Diabetes is a grave (and growing) chronic disease that affects over 170 million people worldwide. An increasingly sedentary lifestyle and poor dietary habits has led to what the Center for Disease Control calls “an epidemic” of diabetes here in the U.S. Because our population is aging and diabetes is more prevalent among those 60 and above, we can expect to see the numbers climb.

Diabetes treatment has come a long ways since doctors prescribed snake meat to sufferers back in the 17th century. In 1922, diabetes management took a leap forward with the introduction of insulin to the treatment regimen. Diabetes treatment has since evolved to encourage a multi-disciplinary approach that addresses diet, exercise, and weight reduction.

Understanding the scope and range of this lifestyle-altering disease, the United States healthcare industry is devoting considerable resources to stemming the diabetes epidemic. New drugs and treatment are entering the evaluation process on a consistent basis.

If you suffer from diabetes, you might look to see if there are any ongoing diabetes clinical research trials for diabetes treatments in the Orlando area. Safe and free of charge, these trials are an important tool in finding a cure for this debilitating disease. Join the fight today—and we might just find a cure for your diabetes tomorrow.