Diabetes Resources
Diabetes is a prevalent chronic disease in the United States. It can lead to many detrimental outcomes for patients, including kidney failure, lower-limb amputation, and adult blindness. Each time a patient comes to your facility, there is a strong chance that you may find yourself treating the effects of uncontrolled or undiagnosed diabetes. This is important because it leads to increased risk of readmissions and medical costs, as well as lost work and wages for the patient. The KHA Quality department has a goal this year of bringing awareness to diabetes, so that it stays in the forefront of your mind as you treat your patients and make decisions with them that can ultimately lead to a healthier Kentucky. Each month, I will share a short webisode, games, statistics, or resources to enhance your knowledge.
Jessica Covington, PharmD, BCPS
Quality Program Pharmacist
Kentucky Hospital Association
jcovington@kyha.com
Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
February 2025
This month, Melissa Johnson, Program Consultant in Health Care Quality from the American Heart Association, joined the KHA February Diabetes Awareness Campaign to discuss the American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll and diabetes resources. In her role, Melissa collaborates with health care professionals and organizations to develop and implement quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing cardiovascular care. Her dedication to patient education and quality improvement continues to make a significant impact in health care.
To view the 12-minute webisode, click the link below to learn more about the American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll and diabetes resources. I hope you enjoy the webisode, and I look forward to a successful year of addressing all things diabetes with you.
Diabetes Overview
January 2025
Diabetes is a prevalent chronic disease in the United States. It can lead to many detrimental outcomes for patients, including kidney failure, lower-limb amputation, and adult blindness. Each time a patient comes to your facility, there is a strong chance that you may find yourself treating the effects of uncontrolled or undiagnosed diabetes. This is important because it leads to increased risk of readmissions and medical costs, as well as lost work and wages for the patient. The KHA Quality department has a goal this year of bringing awareness to diabetes, so that it stays in the forefront of your mind as you treat your patients and make decisions with them that can ultimately lead to a healthier Kentucky. Each month, I will share a short webisode, games, statistics, or resources to enhance your knowledge.