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Diabetes Rates, 2006.
A comparison of the rates of diabetes in Europe and Africa.
1,022 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper examines how the rates of diabetes in the population vary in different parts of the world, presumably because of different eating habits. It looks at how eating habits include choices of food as well as the amount ingested and how some diets are more likely to produce diabetic conditions than others. It compares rates of diabetic incidences between the continents of Africa and Europe as well as comparing the rates within the two continents as well.
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"The increase in diabetes in different parts of the world has been attributed to the spread of Western eating habits, and among the trappings of the Western lifestyle that have affected rates are fast food, television, video games and driving everywhere. In Europe, these changes have taken a toll so that five percent of the population has diabetes, a rate about the same as Africa, though the incidence of undiagnosed diabetes is through to be higher in Africa than in Europe because of different attitudes toward health care. Rates have been climbing I large African cities, as in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, where the rate has climbed from one percent to 6 percent in ten years."
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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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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.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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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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Parents' Lifestyles and Type 1 Diabetes, 2008.
A proposal of three research methods to identify whether parents' backgrounds can be associated with the emergence of Type 1 diabetes in children.
3,436 words (approx. 13.7 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 97.95
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The paper reveals that genetic predisposition to Type 1 diabetes alone cannot explain the overall rate of increase of this disease among children. The paper proposes three research methods in which the lifestyle backgrounds of parents with children who have Type 1 diabetes can be addressed. The paper explains that the purpose of this research is to identify a methodology that best assesses the parents' lifestyle choices to see if there is evidence of behaviors that may influence the onset of Type 1 diabetes in children.
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Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Paper
Part I: Qualitative Case Study Method
Part II: Qualitative Action Research Method
Part III: Qualitative Critical Literature Review Method
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"Research into diabetes in children is a health care issue, a family care issue, and can emerge into a social issue if the child's status as a diabetic affects his or her personal health outcomes (Neumark-Sztainer et al, 2002; American Diabetes Association, 2006; Becker & Goldfine, 2006; Eppens et al, 2006). Incidences of Type 2 diabetes have increased dramatically over the last three decades due to environmental factors that predispose adults, adolescents, and children to acquire a disease typically referred to as "adult-onset diabetes" (American Diabetes Association, 2006; Becker & Goldfine, 2006; Eppens et al, 2006). However, Type 1 diabetes has been almost exclusively linked to genetic factors in humans, as this is a genetic disease that is passed along from the parents to the child within the child's genome (American Diabetes Association, 2006; Becker & Goldfine, 2006; Eppens et al, 2006)."
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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, 2005.
This paper discusses Type I and Type II diabetes, especially among elderly patients.
2,800 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 17 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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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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Diabetes, 2004.
An analysis of diabetes with a focus on Type I diabetes.
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This paper discusses the pathogenesis of Type I diabetes. The paper provides useful information on the history, symptoms, and treatments of Type I diabetes. Current diabetes research is examined in the paper. The paper discusses the various cures on the horizon for this disease.
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"Current medical practice performs islet cell transplants or pancreas transplants as potential cures and methods of treating Type 1 Diabetes. In islet cell transplants or pancreas transplant, beta cells that produce insulin are planted in the patient?s body. This procedure aims to provide the body with cells that are capable of producing insulin that the body lacks. After islet cell transplantation, the body will need immunosuppressive drugs to help maintain the transplanted cells. If this procedure is not followed, there will be a possibility of loosing the transplanted islet cells."
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Diabetes Analysis, 2005.
This paper studies diabetes and discusses its symptoms, detection and treatment.
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This paper discusses that diabetes is a chronic illness that favors no single age group or single sex. The writer notes that there are several kinds of diabetes, called Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes. The writer points out that the body of a person who has diabetes does not process sugars for their use as energy. Further, the writer mentions that the cause of diabetes is not known, although obesity and a sedentary life style may play some part. This paper examines some of the symptoms and treatment of diabetes.
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"Diabetes is a chronic illness that favors no single age group or single sex. There are several kinds of diabetes, called Type 1 diabetes (also known as Juvenile diabetes) and Type 2 diabetes (also known as Adult-Onset diabetes), and gestational diabetes. The body of a person who has diabetes does not process sugars for their use as energy. The cause of diabetes is not known, although obesity and a sedentary life style may play some part. Type 1 diabetes is most common in children and adolescents. It results when the body fails to produce the insulin it needs to process glucose. It is characterized by hyper- and hypoglycemia, ketoacidosis, and celiac disease. Complications include heart disease, blindness, and nerve and kidney damage. Type 1 diabetes is treated with insulin. Type 2 diabetes is the more common form of diabetes."
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Living with Diabetes Type 2, 2008.
This paper studies the disorder of type 2 diabetes and looks at possible ways of managing to live with diabetes.
1,722 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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In this article, the writer explains that when an individual suffers from type 2 diabetes he is unable to produce enough insulin, which is needed for the body in order to be able to use sugar effectively, or his cells ignore the insulin that his body is producing. The writer maintains that it must be said that type 2 diabetes may be common enough, but for the patient who has been diagnosed with the disease, it can lead to great stress and trauma. The writer discusses that the stress and trauma can be alleviated to a certain extent through familial support and self care, but all the same, drugs and non-pharmacologic treatment and pharmacotherapy can be used in the treatment as well. The writer concludes that managing diabetes must be learned, and if the patient is trained in taking care of his disease after the requisite changes in diet, lifestyle and medicines, there is no reason why he cannot lead a long, full and happy healthy life.
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Introduction
Discussion
Conclusion
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"Type 2 diabetes can be managed through a variety of different treatments: pharmacological as well as non-pharmacological. However, it may be up to the patient to help himself with self care, so that his disease remains under control, and so that it does not affect his internal organs adversely, over the long run. A physician has the option of using either pharmacological or non-pharmacological treatment choices for his patient. He could prescribe lifestyle changes as well, in conjunction with a strict exercise regimen. Whatever he may decide, it is considered the physician's duty to make sure of offering his patient high quality and cost effective treatment, which would facilitate blood glucose control to optimum levels and also reduce the array of symptoms and complications that are generally associated with type 2- diabetes. Proper management of diabetes would no doubt dramatically reduce the morbidity and the mortality rates that are normally associated with type 2 diabetes."
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Diabetes, 2007.
This paper examines the disease known as diabetes, with a focus on the population of Phoenix, Arizona.
1,017 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper looks at the causes and effects diabetes has on an individual, the family and the community. The paper examines the social and economic implications of the disease, focusing on the Phoenix, Arizona population. The paper discusses the methods in which nurses can address diabetes, in addition to the use of other community resources. The paper shows how diabetes can be controlled and prevented with the right knowledge and community resources.
Outline:
Introduction
Causes of Diabetes
Primary Effects on the Individual and the Family
Social and Economic Implications of Diabetes
Nurses in Diabetes Setting and Utilization of Community Resources
Conclusion
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"In the past few years, diabetes mellitus has emerged as a common endemic in the Phoenix, Arizona population. The pancreas, an organ that lies near the stomach, produces a hormone called insulin to help glucose, or sugar that human bodies use for energy, get into the body's cells. Diabetes is a disease that occurs when the body either does not produce enough insulin or cannot use its own insulin as well as it should. Diabetes can cause serious health implications such as heart disease, blindness, kidney failure, and lower-extremity amputations. It is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States."
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Depression and Diabetes, 2006.
Discusses current research on individuals suffering from type 1 or 2 diabetes and depression.
2,473 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 75.95
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While diabetes and depression are diseases common on their own, about 30% of diabetics suffer from depressive symptoms. In fact, individuals with diabetes suffer from depression twice as much as non-diabetics. This paper shows that the current research on diabetes and depression is contradictory. Some studies have shown that depression causes diabetes, while others have shown that diabetes leads to depression. The paper examines current research in the field.
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"On the other hand, there is a possibility that depression may increase the risk of diabetes. This could occur through changes in the body like the opening of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and the activation of the immune system (Palinkas et al., 2004). Increased activity of norepinephrine, dopamine, and adrenaline in fluid are also seen in individuals depressed (Arroyo, Hu, Ryan, Kawachi, Colditz, & et al., 2004). In fact, those are coupled with impaired glucose tolerance and increased blood glucose (Arroyo et al., 2004). This causes a decreased ability to handle carbohydrate load, which increases the risk of type 2 diabetes (Arroyo et al., 2004). Additionally, depression can increase the risk of developing diabetes through poor diet and a decrease in physical activity (Palinkas et al., 2004)."
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