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Published on: August 20, 2007
[Diabetes and disability: it's time to act!]
Mélina Michel1, Lyse Galfetti2, Laura Marino3
1Service d'endocrinologie, diabétologie et métabolisme, Département de médecine, Hôpital cantonal de Fribourg et Université de Fribourg, 1752 Villars-sur-Glâne.
Abstract:
Diabetes increases the risk of disability, and vice versa. Disability, defined as a limitation in bodily function, can compromise diabetes management and lead to chronic glycemic imbalance. Training healthcare professionals and providing patients with appropriate assistive devices can reduce the impact of disability on diabetes management. More regular diabetes screening is also warranted in patients with disabilities due to their increased risk of chronic diseases. In Switzerland, it is crucial to develop adapted therapeutic education materials to ensure equitable access to medical information for patients with disabilities.
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