MEDICAL technology company BD (Becton, Dickinson & Company) is encouraging pharmacists to mark this year's National Diabetes Week by re-evaluating their in-store diabetes services.
More than 390,400 Australians take insulin therapy and are registered with the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS).
This represents 31% of all people with diabetes in Australia and the equivalent of nearly 60 people who require insulin registering with the NDSS every day.
BD md Hilary Crilly said pharmacy staff could play a crucial role in encouraging people with diabetes who inject their medication to adopt better injection technique.
"Correct injection technique is an area that is infrequently discussed, yet it's a critical component of treatment and many people with diabetes find it challenging," she said.
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