Diabetes

Diabetes has become of the most common chronic diseases in the US and globally. According to the CDC, over 100 million US adults are now living with diabetes or pre-diabetes. Diabetes occurs when blood sugar levels are very high. It is important to understand the physiological and behavioral risk factors of type 2 diabetes in order to prevent and manage this disease.

For millions of Americans with diabetes, regular home testing of blood glucose levels is critical in controlling their disease. Today's glucose monitors are small, easier to use than early ones, and most are reasonably priced.