Type 2 diabetes, characterized by high blood sugar and insulin resistance, is increasing among U.S. adults, and that translates into high costs for employers—more than $20 billion annually due to unplanned, missed days of work. Employers in collaboration with health care providers can make available lifestyle management programs and education specifically targeted at those with diabetes and prediabetes.
Rising Diabetes Rates Are Costly for Employers
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