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The medical community sees Type 2 diabetes as a worrisome disease and it's exactly for this reason there are many awareness programs in place to help increase the public's understanding of this form of diabetes. It's a feared disease by those who truly understand Type 2 diabetes because it has devastating potential effects on one's health and, in certain circumstances, it may be the instigator of a fatality. Unfortunately, the general public largely underestimates diabetes. Current prevalence rates of diabetes in North America alone would clearly suggest an epidemic, though thankfully it's a manageable disease in most of its aspects. With that said, even the most optimistic Type 2 diabetic would still be at risk for several conditions, not to mention a decreased life expectancy. This is why proper treatment and management is so crucial.
