Despite the known benefits of a healthy lifestyle, many individuals find it hard to maintain such a lifestyle in our modern world, which facilitates sedentary behavior and overeating. As a consequence, the prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus is predicted to increase dramatically over the coming years. Will developments in treatments be able to counteract … Read more
LEARNS Project Lions Empowering and Aiding Regional Nurses in Schools Pilot Application for participating in the LEARNS joint project with the Virginia Diabetes Council Diabetes in Schools Committee, the Lions Club District 24-L, and the Virginia Dept. of Education, Virginia Association of School Nurses. Due date for submission in 2019 project: April 13, 2019 Background: … Read more
Choosing healthy snacks can be difficult when you have diabetes. The key is to choose snacks that are high in fiber, protein and healthy fats. These nutrients will help keep your blood sugar levels under control. It’s also important to snack on nutrient-dense foods that promote overall health. This article discusses 21 excellent snacks to … Read more
A program that provides peer-to-peer health counseling applies U-M research in a faith-based setting. See how it’s helping parishioners in need. Churches play a central role in many communities, a role that can include preaching the gospel of good health. That’s what inspired Gretchen Piatt, Ph.D., MPH, to develop and launch the Praise Diabetes Project in … Read more
The Virginia Diabetes Council, with funding from the Virginia Department of Health, has awarded $63,000 in grants for Diabetes Prevention Programs. The requests, which totaled over $125,000, were given to the following organizations: Virginia Hospital Center Rocky Run Family Practice Balm in Gilead La Casa de la Salud People’s Pharmacy ACAC Charlottesville Shenandoah Memorial Hospital … Read more
Having a Moderate Level of Muscle Strength Linked to a Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Read the original article here New US research has found that building muscle strength through resistance training could help lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Led by researchers at Iowa State University, the new study looked at … Read more
The Virginia Diabetes Council, with funding from the Virginia Department of Health, has awarded $63,000 in grants for Diabetes Prevention Programs. The requests, which totaled over $125,000, were given to the following organizations: Virginia Hospital Center Rocky Run Family Practice Balm in Gilead La Casa de la Salud People’s Pharmacy ACAC Charlottesville Shenandoah Memorial Hospital … Read more
A program that provides peer-to-peer health counseling applies U-M research in a faith-based setting. See how it’s helping parishioners in need. Churches play a central role in many communities, a role that can include preaching the gospel of good health. That’s what inspired Gretchen Piatt, Ph.D., MPH, to develop and launch the Praise Diabetes Project in … Read more
Choosing healthy snacks can be difficult when you have diabetes. The key is to choose snacks that are high in fiber, protein and healthy fats. These nutrients will help keep your blood sugar levels under control. It’s also important to snack on nutrient-dense foods that promote overall health. This article discusses 21 excellent snacks to … Read more
Mallory Lorgre, a federal worker for the US Fish and Wildlife Service, is diabetic and needs insulin but said she couldn’t face the medical costs with no end to the government shutdown in sight. Check out the full interview on CNN.com.