Diabetes called a growing public health crisis
Diabetes is taking a greater toll
New data from the American Diabetes Association reveal that the costs associated with diabetes have jumped by 32% since 2002, to $174 billion annually. One out of every five healthcare dollars is spent on caring for someone diagnosed with diabetes. ADA added that six million people are believed to have diabetes but have not been diagnosed yet. These grim statistics underscore the need for early diagnosis and treatment of this condition.
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Pharmacists Play Unique Role in Advancing Health Equity for Patients With Chronic Disease
December 7th 2023A new study, outlined in a poster at ASHP Midyear 2023, identified 3 key themes associated with the ways in which pharmacists are positioned to advance health equity for patients with chronic diseases.
