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Diabetes: The Key IngredientGilberto Wilson, Jr.HSCI 273June 12, 20131To Be DiscussedDiabetes As One of the Leading Causes of Death in the USThe Healthy People Initiative: The basicsComparison of the Health Status of Four CA CountiesInterpreting the DifferencesStopping Diabetes: Initiatives in Healthcare

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Causes of Death in the U.S.Leading Causes of death (CDC.gov, 2010)Heart DiseaseCancerStroke/Cardiovascular DiseaseAccidentsAlzheimers DiseaseDiabetes3

4Causes of Diabetes in the U.S.Hereditary or Inherited Traits Age: 80% of cases occur after 50 year, incidences increase with the age factor. Poor Diet (Malnutrition Related Diabetes): Improper nutrition, low protein and fiber intake, high intake of refined products are the expected reasons for developing diabetes. Obesity and Fat Distribution Sedentary Lifestyle Stress : Either physical injury or emotional disturbance Drug Induced: Clozapine (Clozaril), olanzapine (Zyprexa), risperidone (Risperdal), quetiapine (Seroquel) and ziprasidone (Geodon) are known to induce this lethal disease. Infection of the pancreas Sex : Diabetes is commonly seen in elderly especially males but, strongly in women and those females with multiple pregnancy or suffering from (PCOS) Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Hypertension : high systolic pressure. Serum lipids and lipoproteins : High triglyceride and cholesterol levels-Diabetes Information Hub, 20135Why is diabetes so important to control?American Diabetes Association, 20136Why is diabetes so important to control?American Diabetes Association, 20137Healthy People InitiativeManaged by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health PromotionSets health objectives in order to:Encourage collaborations across communities and sectorsEmpower individuals toward making informed health decisionsMeasure the impact of prevention activitiesHealthypeople.gov

8Healthy People Initiative 2010Access to Quality Health Services Injury and Violence Prevention Arthritis, Osteoporosis, and Chronic BackConditions Maternal, Infant, and Child Health Cancer Medical Product Safety Chronic Kidney Disease Mental Health and Mental Disorders Diabetes Nutrition and Overweight Disability and Secondary Conditions Occupational Safety and Health Educational and Community-Based Programs Oral Health

Environmental Health Physical Activity and Fitness Family Planning Public Health Infrastructure Food Safety Respiratory Diseases Health Communication Sexually Transmitted Diseases Heart Disease and Stroke Substance Abuse HIV Tobacco Use Immunization and Infectious DiseasesVision and Hearing Overarching Goals Increase quality and years of healthy life Eliminate health disparitiesFocus Areas- Healthypeople.gov/20109Where California Counties Stand- Notice the difference between Orange County and all other counties; There are far more diabetes-related deaths and far less coronary heart disease related deaths than the other displayed counties.- CDC.gov10What does this mean?Possible TheoriesDifference is positive; health care programs are helping those with diabetes to stave off further complicationsDifference is negative; Patients living with diabetes are dying earlier, eliminating the chance for further complications to take place.11A Comparison of Socioeconomic DataCensus Data By CountyCensus DataKernOrangeSan BernardinoSan DiegoPopulation856,1583,090,1322,081,3133,177,063Race by % White83.00%74.90%77.70%77.00%Black6.30%2.10%9.60%5.60%Indian/Alaska Native2.70%1.10%2.00%1.40%Asian4.70%18.40%6.90%11.40%Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander0.30%0.40%0.50%0.60%Hispanic/Latino50.00%34.10%49.90%32.50%White (Not of Hispanic Descent)37.90%43.50%32.70%48.00%Persons reporting two or more races3.00%3.10%3.30%4.10%Education (High School Graduate %)71.20%83.40%77.80%85.30%Median IncomeHousehold$48,021 $75,762 $55,853 $63,857 Family$52,041 $112,192 $61,525 $74,633 Per Capita$20,167 $34,416 $21,932 $30,955 Source: http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/06000.html12Healthcare Is Happening

13Meanwhile, In San Bernardino

14But All is Not Lost

15ConnectionDiabetes and the complications caused by the disease are among the leading causes of death in the U.S.Preventing and controlling diabetes could be the key to helping people to live longer, healthier lives.Having the income to afford healthcare and available resources are definite advantages16Healthcare Professionals can contribute in many ways

17ReferencesHealthy People: What Are Its Goals? http://www.healthypeople.gov/2010/About/goals.htmWhat Causes Diabetes? http://diabetesinformationhub.com/WhatCausesDiabetes.phpComplications. American Diabetes Association. Living With Diabetes. http://www.diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/complications/GlucoFit Club-Interview 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wl4PolhJjwISanofi: Committed to Tmproving Global Diabetes Management http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_profilepage&v=Etbfhw6s-c4#action=share18