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.

Please view the 8 minute webisode by clicking the link below for January’s Diabetes Awareness Campaign and feel free to share it with others. I hope you enjoy the webisode and I look forward to a successful year of addressing all things diabetes with you.