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Diabetes in the African-American Community, 2004.
Provides an overall picture of the seriousness of the rate of Type 2 diabetes in the African-American community and, especially, for African-American women.
4,618 words (approx. 18.5 pages), 46 sources, APA, $ 119.95
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This paper examines the conjunction of the economic, social, and cultural status of African-Americans in Louisiana and their rates of Type 2 diabetes. African-Americans in Louisiana, as is true across the South and, indeed, across the nation, suffer from diabetes at seemingly disproportionately high rates. However, once economic, social, and cultural factors are taken into account, those rates no longer seem disproportionate. They are tragic, but comprehensible.
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"It must be noted that despite the terrible conditions under which many African-Americans continue to live that they are in general much better off than were their grandparents. We all know that beginning in the early 1960s the Civil Rights brought to the nation?s conscience the terrible conditions under which the majority of black Americans were living and helped begin the steady, if painfully slow, progress toward fuller civil rights and full inclusion in the promise of American citizenship. In large measure as a response to the Civil Rights movement, a number of federal, state, and local government programs were developed and implemented to help combat poverty and the effects of racism on African-Americans (Polednak, 1997, p. 38). While these programs were not directed primarily at diabetes reduction, of course, or even specifically toward improving the health of African-Americans, they tended to do so overall. One of the most important risk factors for early death and for a range of illness from diabetes to cancer to AIDS is poverty. By alleviating poverty, a society also alleviates unnecessary suffering from diseases."
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African American Diabetes, 2002.
A comprehensive analysis of primary prevention of Diabetes in African Americans.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 24 sources, $ 106.95
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This twelve-page graduate-level paper examines the primary prevention of diabetes in African Americans. The author examines a broad range of factors that may lead to diabetes onset in this group, including structural factors such as racism, poverty, physical activity, environment, stress levels, blood sugar imbalances and links to hormonal imbalances, high stress rates, malnutrition, hunger, and obesity.
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Diabetes and the African American Community, 2002.
A discussion of how diabetes affects the African American community and the efforts being made to aid sufferers.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper looks at the notion of diabetes within the African American community, how they are affected by it and its complications. The paper also discusses the NDEP and the NIKKD and how efforts are being made to aid those with diabetes by use of instructional and health programs.
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Obesity and African-Americans, 2005.
This paper examines the problem of obesity and African-Americans in preparation for developing a research hypothesis.
7,880 words (approx. 31.5 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 170.95
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This paper states that the problem of obesity in the African-American population has been a topic of some analytical import in extant research and literature, but there is little agreement about the actual causes of this problem and the proper ways in which to approach it. The author points out that one objective is to explore the link between high rates of obesity and high rates of Type 2 diabetes in the African-American population generally, seeking to explore this link in detail and assay solutions that deal with an individual's insulin levels and levels of insulin resistance by population. The paper relates that the selected hypothesis is that a useful way of targeting and reducing the prevalence of obesity in African-Americans is to look at the problem from a perspective of community-based solutions, which can be applied in terms of empowering change at the sociocultural level.
Table of Contents
Definition of Problem and Clarification of Objectives Definition of Nature, Extent, Significance
Framing of Questions
Statement and Clarification of Objectives Explanation of Terms
BMI
Type 2 Diabetes
VAT- Visceral Adipose Tissue
Super Obese
Insulin Resistance
Metabolic Rate
Statistical Collaboration
Appraisal of Existing Information on the Subject Search of Literature
Classification and Organization of Information Critical Appraisal of Information
Disclosure of Gaps in Knowledge
Formulation of Hypothesis
Important Questions Needing Study and Formulation of Hypothesis
Consideration of Needs, Interests, Resources Selection of Hypothesis
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"In terms of gender-related statistics, obesity is a problem that seems to affect African-American women more than African-American men, based on extant statistics on the problem and the prevalence of this statement within literature ranging from socio-cultural analysis to controlled experimental designs. Although African-American males also have comparatively high rates of obesity when compared to other demographic groups, it is African-American women who have a higher rate of obesity than men. As one article stressing the report of the U.S. Surgeon General states, "Among Blacks, nearly 70 percent of Black women are overweight or obese, compared to 58 percent of Black men. Lower-income families also tend to be heavier than more affluent ones, since sometimes the most fattening foods are the cheapest," Satcher revealed."
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Hispanic Americans and Diabetes, 2006.
A discussion on diabetes and the Hispanic-American community.
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper examines why Hispanic-Americans have an increased likelihood to acquire diabetes. It discusses the prevalence of diabetes among Hispanic-Americans and looks at a number of risk factors, including obesity rates, lack of physical activity and increased failure to adhere to treatment regimes.
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"In 1998, of the 30 million Hispanic Americans living in the United States, approximately 1.2 million of them have been diagnosed with diabetes. Also, about 675,000 have it, but are not diagnosed. It is especially a serious health concern for Hispanic American women. However, Hispanic American children, either male or female, seem to have lower rates of Type 1 diabetes than non-Hispanic white children. Within Mexican American and Puerto Rican adults, diabetes is two or three times more common, and although it is lower within Cuban Americans, it is still significantly higher than non-Hispanic white adults. Diabetes with in the Hispanic American community presents a serious health challenge for several reasons: the increased predominance of diabetes in this population, a higher number of risk factors in Hispanics, more common incidents of complications, and the growing number of the Hispanic ethnicity in the United States."
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The American Diabetic Association, 2005.
This paper examines the American Diabetic Association and its website.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper analyzes the website of the American Diabetic Association, found at http://www.diabetes.org/home.jsp. The paper explains that this site is sponsored by the American Diabetes Association, a respected group that provides information on diabetes to sufferers, guidance about testing and treatment and sponsors the search for cures. The paper describes how the site offers a great deal of information on the subject.
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"The website for the American Diabetes Association is found at http://www.diabetes.org/home.jsp. This site is sponsored by the American diabetes Association, a respected group that provides information on diabetes to sufferers, guidance about testing and treatment, and sponsors the search for cures. The American Diabetes Association was founded in 1940 and remains the nation's leading nonprofit health organization "providing diabetes research, information, and advocacy" (The American Diabetes Association, 2005, About Us, para. 1). Members are made up of both consumers and health care professionals, meaning largely diabetics and their families and medical personnel. There is no advertising on the site, except for links and suggestions to reach other sites with information for diabetics. The closest thing to an ad is the appeal for donations to fund the work."
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American Diabetic Association, 2005.
A summary of the recommendations put out by the ADA regarding lipid disorders in diabetics.
960 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 34.95
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The American Diabetes Association (ADA) held a consensus development conference on the detection and management of lipid disorders in persons with diabetes. This paper presents a summary of the recommendations made by the panel. The paper shows that the
panel advocates more insistent treatment to control lipid disorders in diabetics than has been summarized in preceding guidelines.
Paper Outline:
Origin
Purpose
Practice before the Standard
Treatment of the Disease Entity with ADA
General Advantage of its Use and Practice
Bibliography
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"Treatment of lipid disorders in diabetic patients should focus on three primary areas: an aggressive approach to weight loss, increased physical activity and glucose control. Weight loss should be achieved through diet control and a program of increased physical exercise and is associated with improvement in triglyceride levels, insulin sensitivity and glucose control and a reduction in total cholesterol and LDL levels, as well as an increase in HDL levels."
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Diabetes Mellitus, 2007.
A research proposal to examine the high rate of type II diabetes in the African-American population.
1,952 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 57 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This research examines the diabetes epidemic among African- Americans; the broad range of risk and structural factors that contribute to the disease onset in this population group. The paper focuses on the African-American population, disproportionately affected by diabetes. This study effort emphasizes the necessity for equal application and implementation of health care interventions in the context of disease populations, disease management of the most common, costly and complex treatable diseases, as well as, chronic conditions with the greatest disparities in care.
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Abstract
I. Diabetes in People of Color
i) Understanding
ii) Aims and Objectives
iii) One Voice Counts
II. Review of Relevant and/or Related References
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"On an average, African Americans are 1.8 times more likely to have diabetes than whites of similar age. For every six whites with diabetes, 10 African Americans have diabetes, accompanied with a 27 percent higher mortality rate. Nearly 3.2 million (13.3 %) of all African Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes and suffer from higher rates of serious complications, which include heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, blindness, kidney disease, nervous system disease, amputations, neuropathy, dental disease, and complication of pregnancy. Diabetes, one of the most common and costly health problems, is also among the most preventable diseases."
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Diabetes and Culture, 2008.
This paper provides a review of the article: 'Living with Diabetes: Holistic Experiences of Nigerians and African Americans" by M. Popoola.
754 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 26.95
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In this paper, the writer notes that the article 'Living with Diabetes: Holistic Experiences of Nigerians and African Americans" portrays diabetes as a cultural issue as well as a holistic issue. The writer maintains that confronting and coping with diabetes is a cultural matter. and not just a health issue. The writer presents a personal perspective and notes that the writer's own culture perceives diabetes in much the same way as Popoola's article presents it. The writer maintains that the most important point about diabetes is that it is a holistic experience that changes every aspect of the person's life. The writer concludes that because of the way it is dealt with, diabetes is first a very negative experience but is then changed into a positive force through spirituality.
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"My personal perception of the cultural issue of diabetes is that such a disease is seen as occurring for several reasons. It may be God's will for the person, or sometimes it is viewed as a matter of bad luck. Medical approaches may be ignored and almost always are delayed because of fear of Western medicine. In any case, home remedies will be first attempted. Folk practitioners are common and their advice is very often sought. When medical care finally is sought, the home remedies will usually not be mentioned because people are afraid they will be criticized."
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Diabetes Type II, 2002.
Discusses the most common form of diabetes, known as diabetes type 2, its causes, and dietary practices that can control type 2 diabetes.
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This essay discusses diabetes type 2, which is the most common form of diabetes. The paper shows how the disease is caused by too much glucose in the blood. When glucose builds up in the blood instead of going into cells, it can cause cells to become starved for energy. The essay focuses on how dietary practices can put diabetes type 2 under control.
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Diabetes, 2005.
This paper discusses Type I and Type II diabetes, especially among elderly patients.
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This paper explains that Juvenile Diabetes (now called Type I) and Adult On-set diabetes (Type II) are incurable diseases affecting about 10% of the population in the United States. As the population ages and lives longer, the complications of Type II diabetes becomes a serious health risk for the elderly. The author stresses that diabetes is manageable and treatable, if diabetics a) follow diet guidelines, b) get regular exercise, c) check and monitor their blood sugar levels and d) get regular checkups for blood sugar levels, kidney, liver, heart, extremities and eyes, especially the elderly. The paper relates that a number of new drugs and therapies loom on the horizon, but some of them may take years before FDA approval.
Table of Contents
Introduction
What is Diabetes?
How do People Get Diabetes?
Diabetes Control
Diabetes Diets
Potential Health Problems for Elderly Diabetics
Future 'Cures' for Diabetes
Elderly Diabetes Patients
Conclusion
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"For Type I diabetics, consistency in food intake and regularity of meals is vital,. For Type II diabetics the priority is weight control, since the body tends to produce some insulin. Obesity, however could create serious insulin deficiencies and, even, turn into Type I diabetes. What makes diet so important for the elderly, especially, is the fact that their bodies require fewer calories, and when the "normal" intake is continued, obesity as well as increased glucose levels can easily occur. That is why a diet- and not the usual "yo-yo" weight loss diet, is really mandatory.
Medical practitioners and hospitals with diabetes centers also provide diet charts with "exchanges" for foods, these exchanges provide information about portions and daily amount of each food is "permissible" to control diabetes."
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Diabetes, 2006.
An overview of diabetes mellitus including its detection and possible prevention.
1,543 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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Juvenile diabetes and adult on-set diabetes are incurable diseases affecting about 10% of the population in the United States. This paper attempts to show that while there is no cure, modern medicine has provided the means of maintaining a healthy life-style for juvenile diabetes and that exercise and proper diet may even avoid adults from having to take any medication at all. It is also be noted that there are tens, perhaps hundreds of thousands of people in the United States who are unaware that they have diabetes, or are borderline. The paper also investigates warning signs and comments on some new innovative testing and pharmaceutical products to keep diabetes in check.
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Abstract
What Is Diabetes?
How Do People Get Diabetes?
Diabetes Control
Diabetes Diets
Future 'Cures' For Diabetes.
Conclusion
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"Diabetes mellitus is a life-long disease that can affect the entire body system. It was first recognized almost 4,000 years ago, and the term comes from the Greek and Latin meaning "to pass through" and "honey". This was referring to sugar in the urine. "There are two main disorders that occur in diabetes. One affects the ability of the body to produce effective insulin, a hormone made and stored in special cells in the pancreas (an organ about the size of a fist and located in the abdominal area near the stomach)." Insulin controls the use and storage of sugar (glucose) in the body. The second general diabetic disorder involves the structure and therefore the function of the blood vessels and nerves." (Pearce, p. 2)"
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Diabetes, 2008.
This paper discusses the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes.
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The paper explains that the three main types of diabetes are type 1, which is usually found among children and young adults, type 2, which is usually associated with obesity in teenagers and adults, and gestational diabetes, which is related to pregnancy. The author stresses that often types 2 diabetes goes undiagnosed, yet it can lead to serious complications; therefore, knowing the symptoms of diabetes is important. The paper points out that, when diabetes is left untreated or not treated properly, serious complications can develop, such as damage to the retina, kidneys and nerves. The author relates that several types of medications are available depending on the person, type of diabetes and blood sugar levels.
Table of Contents:
Definition of Diabetes
Symptoms of Diabetes
Review of Diabetes in the Past and Present
Medications
Complications of Diabetes
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"The National Institute of Health has created a fact sheet showing how the medical world has made changes from the past to the present. Thirty years ago, or in the 1950's, twenty percent of the people diagnosed with diabetes Type I would die within twenty years after first being diagnosed. Now, only 3.5 percent of people diagnosed with the disease die within twenty years of the diagnosis. Thirty years ago, researchers did not know the importance of glucose control to prevent debilitating eye, nerve, kidney, heart, and blood vessel complications of the diseases. "
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Diabetes and Community Care, 2004.
A look at the growing prevalence of diabetes in Hawaii and the importance of the role of the community.
3,071 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 19 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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This paper examines how diabetes is a chronic disease, which requires life-long care and how in Hawaii, in particular, the high incidence of diabetes is ascribed to the prevalence of undesirable conditions like obesity. It looks at how the management of diabetes at the primary, secondary, and territory levels has proven to be very effective and how symptomatic management is a critical aspect of diabetes control and how community health nurses play a vital role at every level of management.
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Introduction
Diabetes
Type?1 Diabetes
Type-2 Diabetes
Diabetes in Hawaii
Obesity (A Big Problem)
Diabetes National Statistics
Nursing Role
Primary Prevention
Community Based Approach
Secondary Care
Tertiary Care
Current Diabetes Management Programs
Conclusion
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"Diabetes being a chronic ailment requires continuous treatment and care. Improper management of the disease would lead to complicated and even fatal medical conditions. The complications that arise out of diabetes can be greatly controlled with proper medical intervention. Particularly, type-2 diabetes can be kept under check by means of exercises, medicines, diet control, etc. Since the risk factors associated with type-2 diabetes can be controlled, it is important to minimize the impact of the disease by means of timely intervention. In this regard, the role of nursing care professionals is all the more pronounced. "The earlier that patients can intervene to (control blood sugar) the better effect they're going to get and the better long-term outcomes they're going to have.""
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Mobile Diabetes Management, 2008.
This paper discusses the t+Diabetes mobile technology system that aids in the management of diabetes.
1,543 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The paper describes the Think Positive Diabetes Wireless' t+Diabetes system that is designed to assist diabetic patients with monitoring and health care management and is the first to include cell phone technology to assist the patient. The paper discusses the inclusion of medically trained diabetic councilors who can assist the client in controlling the disease. The paper considers the broader application of a mobile disease management network and relates that mobile technology for disease management is the wave of the future, not only for diabetes care but for other health related issues and needs.
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"Diabetes is, "a disease that affects nearly 21 million people--about 7 percent of the United States' population--including 1 in every 8 African-Americans. And while diabetes has no cure, new high-tech tools--as well as good, old-fashioned, hands-on education--are being used in an effort to make it easier to manage the deadly disease." (Chappell, 2006, p. 158) Diabetes management has been a monumental challenge since diabetes was first identified as a disease that could be effectively treated in the long term. (Jones, 2006, p. 132) Many individuals have problems with treatment compliance and managing diabetes from a medical standpoint can be complicated and ever shifting, depending on many external factors as well as issues involving medication dosage changes and difficulty managing blood sugar testing on a regular basis."
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