PULSE STARTING WITH AWARENESS ...INFO, ACTIVITIES, BOOKS HELP DIABETICS TAKE CONTROL.Most of us know at least one person who has diabetes. In the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. , an estimated 16 million people have this chronic metabolic disorder Noun 1. metabolic disorder - a disorder or defect of metabolism disorder, upset - a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning; "the doctor prescribed some medicine for the disorder"; "everyone gets stomach upsets from time to time" , though about half of those have not been diagnosed. It is the fourth-leading cause of death by disease in the United States, killing more than 169,000 people each year. And despite a greater understanding of diabetes, the number of cases has risen six-fold in the past 40 years, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), agency of the U.S. Public Health Service since 1973, with headquarters in Atlanta; it was established in 1946 as the Communicable Disease Center. (CDC See Control Data, century date change and Back Orifice. CDC - Control Data Corporation ). November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and as good a time as any to remind ourselves about this disease. For information, call the American Diabetes Association The American Diabetes Association, or the ADA, is an American health organization providing diabetes research, information and advocacy. Founded in 1940, the American Diabetes Association conducts programs in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, reaching hundreds of at (800) 342-2383. - Elizabeth Smilor LACE UP THOSE WALKING SHOES: More than 4,000 walkers are expected to participate in the annual Walk to Cure Diabetes in Griffith Park on Sunday. The event will raise money for the Los Angeles Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes juvenile diabetes n. Insulin-dependent diabetes. Foundation, a nonprofit research organization. Same-day registration begins at 7 a.m. across from the Ranger station. For more information, call (626) 403-1480 or log onto www.jdf.org. SMART EATS: For those diagnosed with diabetes, diet plays a major factor in keeping the disease in check. Fortunately, there are many cookbooks on store shelves just for diabetics. Two recent releases offer recipes and helpful hints on adjusting your eating habits. ``Diabetes Cookbook for Dummies'' (IDG IDG International Data Group IDG Integrated Drive Generator IDG Installation Design Guide IDG Internet Discussion Group IDG Inset Dielectric Guide IDG International Dangerous Goods (mail, shipping) Books Worldwide; $19.99) is most noteworthy for the more than 100 recipes complete with nutritional and dietary exchange information. ``What to Eat When You Get Diabetes'' (Wiley; $14.95) is an excellent resource for anyone recently diagnosed with diabetes, as it is packed with practical advice on choosing the right foods. - E.S. INSULIN IN CHECK: Many diabetics rely on daily doses of insulin to keep the disease in check. Some adhere to a regimen of insulin shots. Others wear a small insulin pump insulin pump n. A portable device for people with diabetes that injects insulin at programmed intervals in order to regulate blood sugar levels. . And now there's one more option. Equidyne Systems Inc. has introduced INJEX30, a needle-free injector the size of a ballpoint pen. The spring-loaded device injects the medication under the skin without the pain and anxiety many experience with traditional shots. It is currently available by prescription only, so consult your physician. - E.S. CAPTION(S): 3 photos Photo: (1) no caption (``Diabetes Cookbook for DUMMIES'') (2) no caption (``What to Eat When You Get Diabetes'') (3) no caption (INJEX 30 by Equidyne Systems Inc.) |
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