RESUL
TS
Recent Diabetes Findings
In 1993, the National Institute of
Health concluded an extensive 10-year
study of people with Type I diabetes.
This study, called the Diabetes Control
and Complications Trial (DCCT),
found that by keeping your blood
glucose close to the levels of people
without diabetes, you can reduce the
risk of complications involving the
eyes, kidneys, and nervous system
by up to 60%.
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What This Means for You
Frequent blood glucose testing is the
best means for keeping track of how
well you are doing with the factors that
affect your diabetes
—
medication, diet,
exercise, and stress management. Blood
glucose test results can also tell you
whether your diabetes is changing in
ways that might require an adjust-
ment to your treatment plan. Always
consult your healthcare professional
before making any adjustments to your
treatment plan.
Frequency of Testing
How often you may need to test your
blood glucose will vary according to
your age, the type of diabetes you
have, the medications you are taking,
UNDERSTANDING YOUR RESULTS
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