Rethinking Type 2 Diabetes Care with The Power of Family & Partner Support: Podcast & Article
From August to December 2023, my teammate Saisri Akondi and I immersed ourselves in the space of treatment adherence for Type 2 diabetes (T2D) patients, drawing from shared experiences in caring for family members with diabetes and a mutual interest in healthcare. Learning that integrating families and partners into the support ecosystem for T2D patients could be a game-changer in diabetes care has been truly exciting, we're delighted to share our insights with healthcare providers, families, and partners through our podcast and article.
For Family & Partners: Please check out our podcast(video & audio versions available) to learn about how you may help your significant others with T2D management
For Healthcare Providers: Please check out our article to learn more about how we may facilitate the involvement and integration of family and partners in the T2D support ecosystem.
In the hallowed tradition of the ‘breakfast of champions,’ many diabetic patients once thought that a morning glazed donut could be offset by the day’s hustle. For healthcare providers, the task involves dispelling such myths, especially in the context of diabetes management. It’s often a wake-up call, akin to giving ‘the look’ — that unspoken signal indicating the need for a serious health reassessment.
For individuals between 30 to 70 years old, this realization often arrives as a challenging lesson as they navigate the complexities of life while managing diabetes. This demographic is akin to a fine wine — rich and nuanced, yet facing the unpredictability of health challenges. They often find themselves juggling demanding careers, family responsibilities, and their own health, which demands much more attention than previously allocated.
Healthcare professionals understand the critical nature of diabetes management. It’s not merely a personal health issue but a significant public health concern. Despite this understanding, many patients tend to resist treatment plans, opting for immediate gratification or perceived freedom over long-term health, leading to a range of complications…Read More