Diabetes is a major concern in Canada. The disease caused by either family lines or routine overdoses of carbs and sugar, affects a over two million Canadians and it is expected that the number will rise over years. Clinical tests, supposed to be routine for anyone living with diabetes, are being done for less than one third of all patients. The question is: Why is this happening?
Clinical tests, if done routinely, can help patients control their diabetes ,helping in overall health and well being. However in recent studies, of the four tests (hemoglobin Ac1 test, urine protein test, feet test and eye exam) only 32 percent of patients have recieved all tests within the amount of time. Of these 32 percent, most are well off individuals with a steady income and profitable life. Most people in poverty can't afford to take care of themselves. People in poverty have the greater percent of diabetes but economical issues prevent them from taking both the time and money to mantain their health. Doctors have recommended electronic devices to help keeping track of schedules and switching to specialists but many people are still unable to recieve all four tests at their recommended times. The Canadian Diabetes Association will release a report on the severity of the issue.
I really am quite upset about this. Millions are struggling with diabetes but only 32 percent can actually afford the tests on time. This is unacceptable. Diabetes is a serious disease that needs to be mantained. Not only does it destroy the pancreas but it prevents your body from properly detoxing itself of waste. People need to learn and understand that by waiting to recieve your tests you're only putting yourself in further risks. Doctors also need to make the time to properly check their patients and recommend that each of them recieve the tests. Clinical appointments should also be very through-not just for five to ten minutes. Yes doctors have a lot of patients but its their job to provide the proper medical care and advice to the people paying them. Not enough time is not a good enough excuse. People are dying because "not enough time" forced them to ignore their health problems. We need to start doing more to health the sick in our community and stop worrying about ourselves. People need help. We need to start caring and help them.
