Daily self-monitoring of blood glucose provides people with diabetes the information they need to assess how food, physical activity and medications affect their blood glucose levels. Monitoring your health when you have a chronic disease is important. People also need to check their blood pressure and weight.
There are many devices available to track your blood glucose control. Locate pharmacies and suppliers of diabetes supplies. Be informed about the latest technologies available. Also listed are adaptive devices, needle disposal programs, and financial assistance programs.