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Diet Management For Adult Onset Diabetes Mellitus Type 2, Michael A. Persaud
Diet Management For Adult Onset Diabetes Mellitus Type 2, Michael A. Persaud
Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects
In Southbury, Connecticut, diabetic diet management is an issue that perturbs both primary care providers and their patients. This project seeks to ameliorate the lack of readily available resources for diabetic dietary considerations. A brochure was made including helpful dietary information for patients that are unable or unwilling to see a Certified Diabetic Educator. As the incidence of diabetes continues to rise, patient education will be a powerful tool to help patients manage their diabetic care.
Promoting Health Literacy About Added Sugars, With A Focus On Patients With Limited English Proficiency, Megan Kawasaki
Promoting Health Literacy About Added Sugars, With A Focus On Patients With Limited English Proficiency, Megan Kawasaki
Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects
Excess consumption of added sugars has been linked to the development of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. The sequelae of such health conditions accrue significant public health costs - both in terms of healthcare spending as well as associated co-morbidities and mortality. Chittenden County, Vermont is home to at least 6,300 new Americans, many of whom have limited English proficiency (LEP). Although office visits can provide crucial advice regarding proper nutrition, written resources available for LEP patients are lacking. This project aimed to meet that need through development of an infographic-rich handout that both promotes healthier grocery store choices and …
Tips For Successfully Managing Your Type 2 Diabetes, Allison Reeder
Tips For Successfully Managing Your Type 2 Diabetes, Allison Reeder
Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects
Type 2 diabetes is a disease that is all too common in our country. There are a variety of lifestyle modifications that can have a positive impact on disease control, such as watching sugars and fats in the diet and getting consistent exercise to decrease weight. Patients should receive better education on how to control their disease without medications so that the cost of diabetes in the United States does not continue to rise.
Diabetic Eating At The Dollar Store, Lee Hiromoto
Diabetic Eating At The Dollar Store, Lee Hiromoto
Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects
Ideas on following a diabetic diet using ingredients from a dollar store.