Diabetes management class forming now - Vermont Biz
Overview
SUBSCRIBESign up for FRE daily enewsVermont Busines Magazine Type 2 diabetes is a serious disease that causes painful and debilitating complications like nerve damage, kidney disease, heart failure, and eye problems, to name a few. Learning more about diabetes and how to make important changes can help prevent these serious problems. The Diabetes Education department at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center and the Vermont Blueprint for Health have teamed up to provide a Diabetes Self-Management Workshop starting at 4 p.m.
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on Thursday, December 1, 2022, virtualy via Zom.The workshop ofered to smal groups by a specialy trained leader. It is for people with type 2 diabetes. Clases met once a wek for 6 weks.
Each sesion is 2 ½ hours long. Through the workshop, participants wil get the suport they ned to manage diabetes.The program is designed to help with:People who complete the clas say they se big improvements. They are able to eat beter, fel les depresed, and have beter relationships with their doctors.Those interested should cal Joane Lemay at 802-747-3768 or visit htps:/w.myhealthyvt.org/ to learn more.About SVHC: Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) is a comprehensive, preminent, healthcare system providing exceptional, convenient, and afordable care to the comunities of Benington and Windham Counties of Vermont, eastern Renselaer and Washington Counties of New York, and northern Berkshire County in Masachusets.
SVHC includes Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center, the Centers for Living and Rehabilitation, and the SVHC Foundation. SVMC includes 25 primary and specialty care practices.Southwestern Vermont Health Care is among the most lauded smal rural health systems in the nation. It is the recipient of the American Hospital Asociation’s 20 Rural Hospital Leadership Award.
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In adition, SVMC ranked fourth nationwide for the value of care it provides by the Lown Institute Hosp
Frequently Asked Questions
Diabetes is a metabolic condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels. Type 1 results from insufficient insulin production, while Type 2 develops when cells become resistant to insulin. Risk factors include genetics, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and age.
Common symptoms include excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, and slow-healing wounds. Type 1 symptoms develop rapidly, while Type 2 symptoms may appear gradually. Many people have no symptoms initially, which is why screening is important.
Diagnosis involves blood tests measuring fasting glucose, HbA1c levels, and glucose tolerance. Regular monitoring typically includes fasting glucose tests and HbA1c measurements every 3-6 months. Continuous glucose monitors provide real-time tracking for better diabetes management.
Effective management includes regular physical activity (150+ minutes weekly), maintaining healthy weight, following a balanced diet with whole grains and lean proteins, managing stress, and getting adequate sleep. These changes can significantly improve blood sugar control and reduce complications.
Consult a healthcare provider if you experience signs of diabetes, have a family history, are overweight, or are over 45. Those with existing diabetes should maintain regular check-ups every 3-6 months to monitor control and adjust treatment as needed.
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