According to estimates by the International Diabetes Federation, 1 in 10 adults worldwide has diabetes. This is one of the most common diseases of civilization - more than 90 percent of cases are type 2 diabetes. This is a great challenge for health care systems, because current indications are that the the number of patients will continue to grow.
Diabetes is affecting an increasing number of Poles. While the onset of type 1 diabetes is beyond anyone's control, the development of type 2 diabetes is. In prevention, a proper diet plays a key role, as well as an appropriate dose of activity, attention to maintaining a proper weight and a healthy lifestyle, and blood tests. Early recognition of the disease, as well as appropriate treatment, are key to effectively reducing its effects. It is estimated that more than 3 million Poles suffer from type 2 diabetes, but the number of undiagnosed people is pro...
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