Medtronic is taking advantage of its vast resources and network of relationships with health care providers to improve access to diabetes care in underserved communities.
Medtronic Addresses Diabetes Care Disparities With New Equity Initiatives
The company announced new research investments and partnerships with the American Diabetes Association and the T1D Exchange to address racial disparities in treatment of diabetes.
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