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Diabetes Program
Diabetes Program
Chellby Bragg
South University
Diabetes Program
The prevalence of diabetes in the United States is rising quickly and is expected to become an
epidemic soon. Diabetes affects up to thirty-one million individuals in the United States.
Some states alone have resulted in 1,200,650 cases of diabetes in 2018. Approximately 1 in
every 13 adults in the state is in this category. The effects of diabetes, a chronic disorder, last a
person's whole lifetime. Educating the public about diabetes and its symptoms is the first step in
lowering the prevalence of the condition. Information, education, and empowerment in the battle
against diabetes are made available via the initiative. The program will gather data and make that
data accessible to participants, who may then share it with their friends and family in an effort to
enhance the health of as many people as possible.
The program's objectives will be well-defined and time limited. With these targets in place,
participants and funders will know what to expect from the program and how it will contribute to
lowering the risk of diabetes. It is important to think about the here and now, but also the long
haul. If the goals are segmented in this fashion, it will be easier to evaluate the program's
success. This program will primarily benefit persons of African origin, American Indians,
Mexican Americans, Pacific Islanders, those aged 18 to 65 who have a family history of
diabetes, and those living in low-income regions.
Creating educational materials, such as brochures with information for determining food, calorie
consumption per day based on each person's objectives, daily inspirational quotations and
communication, easy stretching exercises to do prior to the start of daily activities, and a way to
track the progress, would be the first step in developing the program. Sample grocery lists, snack
suggestions, meal plans for going out, and strategies for squeezing in 30 minutes of activity
every day will also be included in the handouts.
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Assigning participants, a 45-minute daily walking goal during the initial seven days of the
program's introduction is a wonderful way to get folks up and moving. Throughout the initial
three weeks of the course, consider snacking on fresh veggies or fruit instead of chips or candy
bars. In your initial two weeks of the program, you ought to aim to consume half a gallon of
water daily. A week before the program begins, make sure that you have coaches in place who
will encourage, hold people responsible, and keep them focused on the objectives. Goal: during
the first two seasons of the program's execution, decrease the annual rate of new diabetes cases
by twenty percent.
Every month, the instructors will plan activities for their assigned groups. Any questions may be
sent to them as well. Each competitor shall be evaluated with their starting points recorded.
Periodic evaluations will be performed for the duration as the program is running. Each athlete
and their trainer will go over their evaluations behind closed doors out of respect for their
privacy. The findings from these assessments will be useful in identifying issues and figuring out
why certain strategies are not producing the desired outcomes.
The community's healthcare division is an ideal location for this initiative. The hospital
executive's office will be the central location for storing this information. In addition, he advises
the agency and the director on matters of public health and the formulation and execution of
programs and policies in this area. The local health department is in charge of organizing health
services for the community and enforcing health policies. Furthermore, the course of study will
be housed in a large medical center equipped with a diabetes-specific ward.
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Individuals who are considered prediabetic individuals should take preventative measures to
avoid developing full-blown diabetes. Attention will be paid to the care and upkeep of patients
who have already received a diagnosis. Endocrinologists may refer their patients with
uncontrolled diabetes to the program in the hope that their patients may discover techniques to
manage their condition that are also fun. Information gathered by the program will be maintained
by the local health department. The program's success and failure rates, as well as demographic
information, will be tracked by the health agency in the area. When the program's effectiveness
becomes apparent, funding will be secured to pay for more dietitians and trainers. Those who are
in most need may get specialized care from a team of professionals. People will also benefit
from the on-site dietitians who will assist them learn how to cook healthier food. Regular
meetings of health groups are organized so that participants may exchange information about
relevant health services and provide mutual assistance.
Diabetes is an ongoing disorder caused by either a lack of insulin synthesis or an inability of
tissues to respond to insulin. This leads to elevated levels of glucose in the blood and generalized
metabolic disruption. Type 2 diabetes is a severe, expensive, but controllable illness. It is the
most common cause of mortality in the USA, ranking in the top ten. Adult-onset diabetes is
another name for type 2 diabetes. This is because adults are disproportionately affected. Between
ninety-two and 96 percent of all instances of adult diabetes are caused by type 2 diabetes.
Inactivity, old age, a family history of diabetes, obesity, ethnicity/race, and other factors have
been linked to the disease. Young people with type 2 diabetes are still uncommon.
High blood glucose levels, if left untreated, can cause significant and even fatal consequences.
Researchers in Ohio discovered that between nine hundred people with diabetes for an average
of five years, fifty-four percent were treated for hypertension, forty percent had
microalbuminuria, forty-five percent had been treated for dyslipidemia, and seven percent were
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diagnosed with diabetic nephropathy. Additionally, nine percent, three percent, two percent, and
2.2 percent of the participants, respectively, had a history of coronary heart disease, health
failure, a cerebrovascular accident, or a coronary artery bypass graft. Premature death affects
about six million people yearly due to problems associated with type 2 diabetes.
Economically, expenses in healthcare for those with type 2 diabetes are twice greater compared
to those of people without the condition. Family members of people with diabetes spend a great
deal of time tending to their needs. This time may be put to better use in other ways that would
benefit the economy of the United States.
The American Diabetes Association estimated that two million adults in the US have been
diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in 2015. Together with previously identified cases, this brings
the total number of Americans with diabetes to 30.3. With an estimated eighty-nine million
youngsters now suffering from prediabetes, the number of Americans affected by diabetes is now
over millions. These statistics show that almost one in three Americans are already dealing with
or will eventually deal with diabetic complications, despite the fact that these problems are
avoidable and controllable. More than half of the population of the United States is projected to
have prediabetes or at least be identified with diabetes by the end of the century if present
diagnostic trends continue.
Despite the importance of diabetes education in preventing and controlling type 2 diabetes, this
resource is underutilized due to hurdles in health literacy and restricted access to diabetes
education. Hispanic Americans living in Ohio's poverty who lack health insurance are at a
heightened risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Half of all individuals in Ohio who have type 2
diabetes are members of the Hispanic community. There are many low-income Hispanic patients
who are treated in local community hospitals, yet these facilities do not offer any type 2 diabetes
education programs. The local community hospitals should prioritize teaching and empowering
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Hispanic patients hospitalized with type 2 diabetes because of the disproportionate impact of the
disease on unemployed and underinsured Hispanic communities.
The good news is that training courses on diabetes provide an easy and effective tool for people
to arm themselves in the fight against diabetes. Participants in the diabetes education program
will have a better appreciation for the importance of maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
Stroke, renal disease, high blood pressure, eye problems, amputations, and nerve damage are
only some of the complications that have been linked to diabetes.
By teaching people how to keep their blood sugar under control, the educational program will
lessen the severity and development of issues. Healthcare expenses connected with diabetes can
be reduced by greater public understanding of the illness and its risks, which can be achieved
through improved diabetes education and awareness. The instructional program will encourage
and enlighten participants, whether they have been living with diabetes for a long time or are just
being diagnosed. As a result, people will have more well-being and health.
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Marketing Plan
Running Head:
Part 3—OUTLINING A MARKETING PLAN AND STAFFNG PLAN
INTRODUCTION & GOALS
Product - What are we asking folks to do?
The product is the Diabetes Health Plan 2021, and its purpose is to assist people with diabetes
and prediabetes live healthier lives by encouraging them to do more exercise, eat healthier, and
maintain a healthy weight.
What is the cost? What do they have to give up.
Diabetes and associated illnesses and disorders will be managed and cared for differently when
patients, clinic personnel, and the community revert to previous practices.
Location - Where can the target audience carry out the required action?
Those with diabetes may get the help they need as well as learn more about the disease and how
to manage it at the County Diabetes Clinic at the County Health Building.
Marketing Strategy - How Will You Spread the Word? Is there a plan for spreading the
word?
The County Diabetes Clinic will advertise itself in the following ways:
Facebook, Instagram,
Twitter, and YouTube.
• News and radio stations from your area
Demographics of Your Intended Viewing Public Exactly who is it that we hope to
communicate with?
The mission of the Lima County Diabetes Clinic is to serve residents of Lima County who
have been diagnosed with diabetes, regardless of age.
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Running Head:
Part 3—OUTLINING A MARKETING PLAN AND STAFFNG PLAN
How do people in the target demographic feel about the offering?
The program's participants will understand the significance of diabetes care, and the clinic will
execute strategic plans centered on the participants' health and well-being to help them reach
both the program's objective and their own personal objectives in this area.
What are the most important advantages that the target audience would gain from
performing the action?
Participants in Lima County Diabetes will gain from having a voice and taking an active role in
managing their health and making crucial decisions because of this program.
Critical restraints: what prevents the behavior?
The following are examples of potential roadblocks:
Difficulty getting the patient to the hospital.
There is little to no funding for the program and/or materials.
Disparities between culture and race
What methods of transmission will we use to get our message out?
The following advertisements will be used by the Lima County Diabetes Clinic to attract
patients:
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
• News and radio stations from your area
• Notices of religious services
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Running Head:
Part 3—OUTLINING A MARKETING PLAN AND STAFFNG PLAN
• Distributing pamphlets at local gatherings
Director of Staffing Strategy:
This individual will be in charge of formulating and enforcing
the clinic's strategic goals and objectives, as well as supervising and directing the clinic's day-to-
day operations. They will also make sure the clinic follows all applicable regulations on all
levels of government. Finally, this individual will be responsible for keeping all records. The
primary care physician is responsible for doing initial patient evaluations, conducting follow-up
visits, coordinating care with specialists, prescribing medications, and monitoring patient
compliance with treatment plans.
Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses conduct initial patient evaluations, administer
drugs and injections, maintain patient records, and do other tasks as directed by physicians.
Pharmacist who dispenses insulin and other drugs for diabetics. Certified Diabetes Care and
Education Specialist; These personnel will be responsible for training/education/awareness and
the formulation of a diabetes care strategy. Because diabetes impacts the endocrine system, an
Endocrinologist will be on hand to assist regulate blood sugar levels, perform diagnostic tests,
and prescribe additional treatment options, as necessary.
Ophthalmologist:
This specialist will look after your eyes. Since diabetes is a known cause of
blindness, this doctor will be available to treat any complications that may arise. eye doctor
checkups and annual physicals.
Diabetic kidney disease compromises the kidneys' ability to perform their principal job of waste
elimination, necessitating the presence of a nephrologist on staff. This doctor will do evaluations,
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request bloodwork to check on the kidneys, and recommend dialysis treatment. Diabetic foot
care is the responsibility of the podiatrist, who will do regular exams and may request nerve
investigations if necessary. Amputations have occurred as a result of diabetes, which is known to
harm the lower limbs. Having a Podiatrist on staff can prevent this from occurring. A registered
dietitian will be available to talk to patients about how diet and diabetes go hand in hand. For
better cholesterol and blood pressure readings, the dietitian will also aid with meal planning and
education on appropriate weight objectives.
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