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Diabetic Amputation Rates Higher Among Texans

Filed in archive Lifestyle on December 18, 2006

Diabetic Amputation Rates Higher Among Texans
Why do diabetic Texans, especially those who live along the border of the state, experience a rate of nearly twice the amount of amputations as their U.S. counterparts?

This article explores the shocking statistic, and the reasons behind it. The result is a study of a complex interaction of many variables including race and economics, that result in tragic medical consequences.

The solution is multi-pronged, and it won't be easy or fast. Education, diet, genetics, economics, awareness, health-care access -- all play important parts in diabetes and the high amputation rate.

As Brutus said, "I always tell people diabetes is something that can be controlled very easily for a long period of time, but it can also be very dangerous."


After reading this, you can't help asking yourself: Why does it have to be this way, and what can be done to change it?

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