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Submitted by Kyle on August 23 , 2021
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Diabetes does not affect everybody equally

The United States invests more in its health care system than many other countries, yet disparities persist.1

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US adults have a 40% chance of developing type 2 diabetes2

Hispanic / Latino American adults are 70% more likely to develop diabetes, compared to non-Hispanic white adults. [Reference 3]
African American adults are 60% more likely to be diagnosed with diabetes, compared to non-Hispanic white adults. [Reference 3]
Native American adults are almost x3 more likely to be diagnosed with diabetes, compared to non-Hispanic white adults. [Reference 3]
...compared to non-Hispanic white adults
Despite the higher prevalence, people from racial and ethnic minorities with diabetes are less likely to receive diabetes preventive care, such as hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) testing, annual cholesterol screening, and retinal examinations. [Reference 4]
African American and Hispanic adults with diabetes have higher rates of kidney disease, retinopathy, and worse glycemic control compared to whites. [Reference 4]
Food insecurity is associated with poor metabolic control in adults with diabetes. [Reference 5]
Household food insecurity is more prevalent among households with a person living with diabetes. [Reference 6]
In food insecure households: The risk of diabetes is 50% higher compared to food secure households. [Reference 6]
In food insecure households: The risk of diabetes in youth and young adults is 2.5x higher compared to food secure households. [Reference 7]
Living in poverty can triple the risk of diabetes. [Reference 8] The poverty rate is: 18.8% African Americans, 15.7% Hispanics, and 9% Non-Hispanic Whites
1 in 4 Native Americans face food insecurity. [Reference 9]

Addressing the challenges

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Affordability

For many, paying for diabetes supplies is a constant source of worry. No matter your situation, if you have insurance or not, we've got you covered.

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Convenience

Remote solutions, such as mySugr, give people with diabetes access to virtual care and coaching from home, at work, wherever they are.

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Support

We are partnering with national and local organizations to help empower everyone with diabetes so they have an equal chance to live active, healthy lives:

  • Project Power,
    an interactive program from American Diabetes Association to prevent obesity and type 2 diabetes in youth ages 5-12.
  • The first-ever
    Type One Nation Spanish Summit
    from JDRF and Beyond Type 1 Alliance.
  • "New to Type 2,"
    an educational pamphlet developed with Beyond Type 2 is available at www.accu-chek.com.
  • Moms&Diabetes,
    information easily accessible online to educate mothers-to-be about gestational diabetes and how to manage risks.
  • Provision of free diabetes management supplies and solutions to
    Gennesaret Free Clinics
    , an organization in Indianapolis for people who are homeless or unable to afford services.
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Our commitment

Improving access to care so that all people with diabetes can afford and receive the support they need to control their disease has been a longstanding commitment at Roche Diabetes Care. Access is only meaningful if it’s equitable.
Matt Jewett Senior Vice President and General Manager
Roche Diabetes Care

What we're doing

Improving access to care so that all people with diabetes can afford and receive the support they need to control their disease has been a longstanding commitment of Roche Diabetes Care. We focus our expertise, capabilities and resources in areas where we can make the most difference.

Among the ways Roche Diabetes Care is working to increase access:

  • Savings initiatives are available through the pharmacy, online retailers like Amazon, as well as home-delivery subscription services. For many, paying for diabetes supplies is a constant source of worry. No matter your situation, if you have insurance or not, we've got you covered.
  • Easy, 24/7 access to coaching from trained experts. The diabetes coaching program available through our mySugr app is accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE DEAP).
  • Free, unlimited access to the mySugr PRO app—first made available during 2020 and the COVID-19 lockdowns, and now when paired with selected Accu-Chek meters.10
  • Partnerships with ADA, JDRF and others to increase access to care and reduce health disparities through national programs.
  • Type 2 diabetes is increasing at an alarming rate across the country and the world. To help those newly diagnosed, we partnered with Beyond Type 2 to create an educational pamphlet called “New to Type 2 Diabetes” in English and Spanish.

At Roche Diabetes Care, supporting the diabetes community and advocacy efforts is a top priority. We donate annually to educational and research programs throughout the country.

If you have a charitable request, visit www.accu-chek.com/charity for additional information.

References:
  1. Schneider EC, et al., Mirror, mirror 2017: international comparison reflects flaws and opportunities for better US health care. Commonwealth Fund; July 2017. https://interactives.commonwealthfund.org/2017/july/mirror-mirror/
  2. https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/library/features/hispanic-diabetes.html
  3. U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health. https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov
  4. Haw JS, et. al. Diabetes Complications in Racial and Ethnic Minority Populations in the USA Curr Diab Rep. 2021 Jan 9; 21(1). https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33420878/
  5. Berkowitz S et al, Food Insecurity and Metabolic Control Among U.S. Adults With Diabetes. Diabetes Care 2013 Oct; 36(10): 3093-3099. https://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/36/10/3093
  6. Gucciardi E, et. al. The Intersection between Food Insecurity and Diabetes: A Review Curr Nutr Rep. 2014; 3(4): 324–332. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4218969/
  7. JDRF Health Equities: https://1x5o5mujiug388ttap1p8s17-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Health-Equity-T1D.pdf?_ga=2.179403300.16735279.1621267313-754416442.1613589009
  8. https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2020/09/poverty-rates-for-blacks-and-hiaics-reached-historic-lows-in-2019.html
  9. Move for Hunger https://moveforhunger.org/one-in-4-native-americans-is-food-insecure
  10. Accu-Chek users must register at least one blood sugar test per 30 days with their connected meter in order to retain free status in the mySugr PRO app. Void where prohibited by law.