If you live in a small town and have diabetes, you're more likely to suffer serious setbacks than your cousin in the big city.
"Those who live in rural areas have a greater risk of experiencing eight out of the 11 complications that we measured compared to those living in cities," said corresponding study author Dr. Rozalina McCoy, an associate professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. About 14% of those in the study lived in small towns, while 83% lived in cities. Another 3% lived in remote areas with fewer than 2,500 people.But researchers emphasized that doesn't mean they're OK.
," said study co-author Dr. Esa Davis, senior associate dean for population and community medicine at Maryland. "Our research builds on this foundational evidence to demonstrate a possible impact that these differences have on preventable diabetes complications.
The University of Maryland is planning a new program to bring its medical students to the state's Eastern Shore to help close the gap, Gladwin noted.Blood Sugar Swings: Tips for Managing Diabetes & Glucose Levels Learn to better control your glucose levels by preventing blood sugar swings. Beware of caffeine, spices, exercise, sleep, alcohol, and stress as they impact blood sugar levels and increase diabetes complications.
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