The MedAssess Pharmaceutical Care Program For your health & peace of mind.

Diabetes represents the fourth leading cause of death in the United States and is responsible for more blindness, non-traumatic lower leg amputations, and end-stage renal disease than any other disease. MedAsess pharmacists have the knowledge and the tools to help reduce the morbidity and mortality associated with diabetes through appropriate monitoring and early dectection of the complications of diabetes.

LEAVE IT TO THE DRUG THERAPY SPECIALISTS

It is estimated that approximately 16 million Americans have diabetes. Yet, less than two out of three have been diagnosed and are undergoing treatment. In fact, over the last five years, nearly 800,000 people have been diagnosed each year! While the incidence of diabetes increases as people become older, almost 60% of those identified as having diabetes today are under 65 years of age. One of the problems is that people don't recognize their symptoms as being due to diabetes or simply don't know the symptoms. If unchecked, complications can be severe, ranging from blindness to loss of limbs to kidney disease, heart attack, and stroke. This year, more than 180,000 people will die from diabetes and its complications. And, in many cases, unnecessarily.

ARE YOU AT RISK?

You are at a higher risk of developing diabetes if one or more of the following applies to you:

• Have a parent of sibling with diabetes
• Are African American, Asian, Hispanic or Native American
• Are overweight
• Delivered a baby wiehging more than 9 pounds
• Had an impaired glucose tolerance test
• Developed diabetes during pregnancy

TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES!

Results of the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial (DCCT) clearly show that people who have good control of their blood sugar by following an appropriate diabetes management plan significantly reduce their risk of developing diabetes complications. For example:

Complication	Reduction in risk
Eye disease	76%
Kidney disease	50%
Nerve disease	60%
Heart disease	35%

Those who take control of their diabetes feel healthier, are more energetic, and have more control of their lives. The key is maintaining blood glucose levels as close to normal as possible. Diet, exercise, medication, and stress management are all part of maintaining normal glucose levels. The hard part is keeping on top of your diabetes management plan.

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Take this opportunity to participate in our Med-Assess Diabetes Care Program, a complete monitoring and management system. For a small fee, our trained pharmacist will help you:

• Learn and utilize self-mamagement techniques
• Monitor key indicators for diabetes control
• Achieve and maintain desired blood sugar levels
• Understand and follow a personalized care plan

Here For Your Health....Here For Your Lifetime

Heights Terrace Pharmacy
 

1-888-900-8748

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