New Considerations in Diabetes Management
In 2017, the Centers for Disease Control reported that over 30 million people in the US (~10% of the population) have diabetes, including 7.2 million who are undiagnosed. The total estimated cost of diagnosed diabetes in the US was $327 billion in 2017.2 Individuals with diabetes incur average annual medical expenses of about $16,750 – more than twice the expense for people without diabetes.... Read More »
Influenza Update
Influenza (commonly referred to as “the flu”) is a contagious
viral infection of the respiratory tract (eg, nose, throat, and
lungs). Influenza viruses are primarily spread by respiratory
transmission – through droplets from coughing or sneezing.1
The circulation of influenza viruses varies geographically, with
transmission occurring between October and May in the Northern
Hemisphere of the temperate region. Read More »
Managing Psoriasis
Psoriasis is the most common autoimmune condition in the US, affecting 7.5 million people. It is a complex, genetically linked disease; 1 in every 3 patients with psoriasis has a relative with the condition. The human and economic tolls are significant. Patients with psoriasis have lower quality of life scores, along with increased occurrences of depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. In the US, more than $63 million is spent annually in direct healthcare costs for psoriasis... Read More »
