Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes Complications

Author: American Diabetes Association (compiled), Yu Ruitang (translated)
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Diabetes is an extremely common chronic disease among humans, with over 20 million people suffering from it in China. The causes of diabetes include both genetic factors and unhealthy lifestyles (such as poor dietary habits, lack of exercise, and other factors). Diabetes brings great suffering and many inconveniences to patients. However, to date, there is no effective treatment that can completely cure diabetes. Therefore, the practical challenge facing (a large number of diabetic patients) and healthy individuals is how to manage diabetes well and prevent its occurrence. Fortunately, this book provides meaningful guidance and information on this issue. The American Diabetes Association (ADA), established in 1940, is a voluntary health organization in the United States that supports diabetes research and provides diabetes-related information services. Its mission is to prevent and care for diabetes and improve the lives of all patients affected by the disease. The ADA also provides various services in communities across the United States. Over the past 60 years, the association has provided comprehensive information on diabetes to (a large number of diabetic patients) and healthcare professionals specializing in diabetes care. It has published a large series of authoritative and practical books that cover a wide range of topics related to diabetes, including medical guidance, health management, lifestyle and dietary advice, medications, recipes, cooking and nutrition, self-care, diabetes complications, and diabetes in women. This book is one of the volumes in that series.