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Golf Pro Tees Off On Diabetes

The statistics are alarming: Two out of three people diagnosed with diabetes are not managing their disease properly. That is why world-class golfer Scott Verplank has joined forces with Novo Nordisk, world leader in diabetes care, to help encourage t
he estimated 20.8 million Americans living with diabetes to take control of their condition so they can live longer, healthier lives.

Diabetes is a progressive, chronic disease that, when not treated properly, can lead to serious complications, such as kidney disease, limb amputations and blindness. However, advances in treatment, including modern insulin and insulin delivery technology, have made it easier and more convenient to manage the disease.

"With the right treatment, exercise and diet, diabetes does not have to stop anyone from living a long, active life. It has not stopped me from becoming a world-class golfer," said Verplank. "Thanks to modern insulin and insulin delivery devices that make living with diabetes easier, I can manage my diabetes in challenging circumstances, such as an unpredictable travel schedule, irregular eating, and playing golf for several hours a day in extreme temperatures."

Once diagnosed, people with diabetes
can take control of it with the treatment that is right for them, which may include changes to diet and lifestyle. To encourage people living with diabetes to realize their potential, Verplank suggests some easy-to-follow tips:

• Set reasonable goals: Start small. It will be easier to feel a sense of accomplishment. Consider walking 10-15 minutes, three times a week. Be more regular in monitoring your blood sugar. Take advantage of tips from your physician and DiabetesAware.com.

• Organize your environment for success: It is easier to adopt healthy habits if you plan a bit in advance. For example, keeping high-sugar or high-fat foods off your shopping list now means they won't be around to tempt you later.

• Learn from others: Find people who are successful in controlling their diabetes. Talk with them. Ask questions. Tell your story. Everyone can benefit by sharing success and challenges.
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For more information, visit DiabetesAware.com or call (800) 260-3730. Through diet, exercise and insulin treatment, Scott Verplank's diabetes isn't stopping him from being one of the top-ranked golfers in the world.

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