A diabetes helpline is often a good resource for the newly diagnosed diabetic. It can also be helpful for those with limited financial resources, and for those that may be house-bound due to health problems or lack of transportation. Just calling a diabetes helpline will put you in touch with a specialist who can make an assessment of your current situation and help you understand what your next step needs to be.
The resources available can help you get answers to questions about diabetes in general, or about test results, nutrition, medical regimens, finding a diabetes physician, side effects of medications, free supply or prescription resources, financial aid, and many other topics. But you should never substitute someone on the telephone, or an informative and helpful website for actual physician care tailored to your specific condition.
What are some of the Diabetes Helpline Resources Available?
- The Diabetes Research
