New study calls for greater awareness of food supply for children with diabetes

Thursday, December 2, 2010 - 14:34 in Health & Medicine

Managing diabetes in a child requires a careful balance of insulin, diet and exercise. Buying essential medical supplies, such as needles and testing strips, adds a financial burden to families. According to a new study, the resulting food insecurity that arises from the financial burden of diabetes management increases a child's risk of being hospitalized due to complications from diabetes.

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