DIABETES affects nearly one in three Malaysians over the age of 60. Managing the condition is not just about attending clinic appointments; it also involves making choices about food, taking medicines and living a healthy lifestyle.
Many elderly patients find it a struggle to cope with their condition because the information they receive is difficult to understand or apply. This is when health literacy – the ability to use health information and services to make informed decisions – comes in.
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