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CVS/pharmacy Joins Forces with The 50 Million Pound Challenge to Help Americans Get Their Diabetes in Control
May 12, 2010Nearly 24 million Americans-about one out of every 10 adults over the age of 20-have diabetes¹. For those with the disease, keeping it in control is a lifelong challenge that requires the support of a knowledgeable healthcare team to advise on proper care, medication management, and the importance of healthy diet and exercise. Ninety percent of Type 2 diabetes sufferers are considered overweight², and because of this close link between diabetes and obesity, CVS/pharmacy is partnering with Dr. Ian Smith and the 50 Million Pound Challenge to help patients with diabetes gain better control of their disease. Full release.