Industry Update
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Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Articles Source Type: research
A Comparison of the Use of Clinical-Guideline-Recommended Antihypertensive Regimens in Mexican American, Non-Hispanic Black, and Non-Hispanic White Adults With Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension in the United States: NHANES 2003-2012
Conclusion
Racial/ethnic medication use disparities were observed when looking at the number of antihypertensive drug classes per patient regimen, and add-on therapy use was evaluated. Along with lifestyle modifications, frequent antihypertensive regimen reassessment is necessary. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Perez, A., Levin, A., Alam, N. Tags: Features Source Type: research
Predictors of Depression Among Adult Women With Diabetes in the United States: An Analysis Using National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey Data From 2007 to 2012
Conclusion
When educating and counseling women with diabetes, diabetes educators should be aware that some of the predictors of depression in women with diabetes differ from those of populations that include both sexes. Depression screening, although important for all women with diabetes, should especially be performed among women with female-specific depression predictors. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Strauss, S. M., Rosedale, M. T., Rindskopf, D. M. Tags: Features Source Type: research
Race and Religious Beliefs Are Associated With Communication Regarding Reproductive Health and Preconception Counseling in Young Women With Diabetes
Conclusion
Race and religious beliefs should be considered when providing reproductive health information to young women with diabetes. Further research with a larger, more diverse sample is warranted. These results may be considered for future development of novel interventions with targeted messages based on these personal characteristics to empower young women to initiate conversations with HCPs about reproductive health and preconception counseling. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Devido, J. A., Sereika, S. M., Cohen, S. M., Charron-Prochownik, D. Tags: Features Source Type: research
Efficacy of the READY-Girls Program on General Risk-Taking Behaviors, Condom Use, and Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Young Adolescent Females With Type 1 Diabetes
Conclusion
RGPC did not appear to directly affect general risk-taking behaviors or STIs, since it focuses on diabetes and reproductive health issues. Condom use did increase over time in both groups. More information on risk-taking behaviors and STIs should be included in diabetes-specific preconception counseling programs, including RGPC. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Thurheimer, J., Sereika, S. M., Founds, S., Downs, J., Charron-Prochownik, D. Tags: Features Source Type: research
Effectiveness of a Family-based Diabetes Self-management Educational Intervention for Chinese Adults With Type 2 Diabetes in Wuhan, China
Conclusion
Study findings demonstrated that a family-based diabetes self-management intervention incorporating self-efficacy theory may help Chinese adults with T2DM in modifying their lifestyle and performing self-care activities to improve A1C management. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Cai, C., Hu, J. Tags: Features Source Type: research
Cultural Adaptation of the Group Lifestyle Balance Program for Chinese Americans
Conclusion
Results suggest that the culturally adapted Group Lifestyle Balance program for Chinese Americans was both acceptable and effective. The culturally adapted program warrants further examination using scientific approaches for dissemination and implementation. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Chesla, C. A., Chun, K. M., Kwong, Y., Gay, C. L., Chi, H.-L., Gu, Y., Hernandez, L., Huang, P., Strycker, L. A., Ma, J. Tags: Features Source Type: research
Achievement of Weight Loss and Other Requirements of the Diabetes Prevention and Recognition Program: A National Diabetes Prevention Program Network Based on Nationally Certified Diabetes Self-management Education Programs
Conclusion
Increasing access to the National Diabetes Prevention Program, through an array of networks, including certified DSME programs, will better ensure that people are able to engage in an effective approach to reducing their risk of diabetes. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: DiBenedetto, J. C., Blum, N. M., OBrian, C. A., Kolb, L. E., Lipman, R. D. Tags: Features Source Type: research
Patient Perceptions About Prediabetes and Preferences for Diabetes Prevention
Conclusions
This qualitative study highlights potential opportunities to promote patient-centered dialogue about prediabetes in primary care settings. Providing patients specific information about the risk of developing diabetes and evidence-based treatment options to prevent or delay its onset may encourage action. Physicians’ prediabetes counseling efforts should be informed by the finding that most patients consider both intensive lifestyle intervention and metformin acceptable treatment options. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: OBrien, M. J., Moran, M. R., Tang, J. W., Vargas, M. C., Talen, M., Zimmermann, L. J., Ackermann, R. T., Kandula, N. R. Tags: Features Source Type: research
AADEs Diabetes Prevention Program: Highlighting the Role of the Diabetes Educator
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Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Fain, J. A. Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
AADE News
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Source: The Diabetes Educator - November 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Depression Screening in Diabetes Care to Improve Outcomes: Are We Meeting the Challenge?
Conclusions
Depression screening rates among individuals with diabetes and no history of MDD were remarkably low. Patients with diabetes but no MDD diagnosis who sought health care at a FQHC clinic had more depressive symptoms than those with a history of MDD at both sites. Individuals with diabetes and who have a MDD diagnosis are much more likely to receive regular depression screening than those without MDD, which leaves a substantial proportion of patients with undetected depression. Depression screening must be enhanced for all individuals with diabetes, particularly for low-income individuals and those without a prev...
Source: The Diabetes Educator - September 13, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Barnacle, M., Strand, M. A., Werremeyer, A., Maack, B., Petry, N. Tags: Features Source Type: research
Enhancing Access to Diabetes Self-management Education in Primary Care
Conclusions
PCC DSME availability increased access to group diabetes education and resulted in reduced A1C and weight for participants. This model was successful in translating an established academic accredited DSME-ERP into a PCC. Results have implications for increasing access to diabetes education programs and improving diabetes control for patients not located near major hospital-based DSME programs. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - September 13, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Chomko, M. E., Odegard, P. S., Evert, A. B. Tags: Features Source Type: research
Evaluation of the Measurement Properties of Self-reported Medication Adherence Instruments Among People at Risk for Metabolic Syndrome: A Systematic Review
Conclusions
The MMAS-8 and Hill-Bone scale seem to be well-validated instruments for assessing medication adherence in adults at risk for metabolic syndrome. These findings may assist clinicians with selecting the appropriate instruments for assessing medication adherence in this population. However, further studies might be needed to define concepts to better understand the dimensions of each medication adherence instrument. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - September 13, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Kim, C.-J., Schlenk, E. A., Ahn, J.-A., Kim, M., Park, E., Park, J. Tags: Features Source Type: research
A Self-assessment Tool for Screening Young Adults at Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Using Strong Heart Family Study Data
Conclusions
This new noninvasive screening tool, based on data from American Indian young adults, has potential to screen young adults’ early-onset diabetes risk. Future studies are warranted to test this risk assessment tool in other racial/ethnic young adults. (Source: The Diabetes Educator)
Source: The Diabetes Educator - September 13, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Yan, F., Cha, E., Lee, E. T., Mayberry, R. M., Wang, W., Umpierrez, G. Tags: Features Source Type: research
