$820 million wasted in failing to attempt Type 2 diabetes prevention efforts

(University of South Florida (USF Health)) Lifestyle intervention is the best approach in preventing Type 2 diabetes. However, most patients don't follow through in having a balanced diet and exercise. Prescribing metformin can save $820 million annually in healthcare costs and reduce the number of Type 2 diabetes patients by 20%.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news