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SMP and SMP Home Health carry Diabetic Supplies
Type 1 Diabetes~ is usually Diagnosed in children and young adults, and was previously known as Juvenile Diabetes. The body does not produce insulin with type 1. Insulin is the hormone your body creates to convert sugars, starches, and other food into energy needed for daily life. Only 5%-10% of people that have diabetes are type 1. With the help of insulin therapy and other treatments even young children can learn to manage there condition and live long, healthy, happy lives. ~ American Diabetes Association
Type 2 Diabetes~ is the most common form of diabetes. Millions of Americans have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and many more are unaware that they are at risk. Some groups have a higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes than others. It is more common in African Americans, Latinos, Native Americans, and Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders as well as the aged population. Type 2 diabetes the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin being produced. ~ American Diabetes Association
Here at SMP our pharmacists are very knowledgeable on the topic of diabetes, and will be able to assist you in finding the products that will work best for you when it comes to blood testing supplies and insulin dependancy.
