Association of Health Literacy With Poor Diabetes OutcomesThe purpose of this session is to review the relationship between health literacy and health outcomes in patients with diabetes and discover what the potential interventions are to improve such outcomes. Barriers for Achieving Glycemic TargetsImproved glycemic control in people with diabetes delays the onset and progression of […]
Addressing Violence in Public Housing Communities: Genesee Health Systems, Flint, MIViolence is a significant social determinant of health for public housing residents. Exposure to violence is higher in communities where there are limited economic opportunities, high concentrations of poverty and unemployed people, and limited access to health and social services. And experiencing violence of any […]
Addressing COVID-19’s Impact on Health Centers’ Finance and Operations and Response Planning for Future COVID-19 Outbreaks and Other Emergencies This learning collaborative guides participants through the challenges and solutions for addressing the financial and operational impacts of COVID-19 on health centers serving residents of public housing and other underserved communities, with an emphasis on applied response […]
Addressing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer ScreeningColorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, despite the availability of high-quality screening options. Multiple barriers to CRC screening have been identified, including cost for the uninsured, younger age, racial or ethnic minorities, recent immigration to the United States (non-English speakers), fear or […]
Barriers for Achieving Glycemic Targets Improved glycemic control in people with diabetes delays the onset and progression of severe microvascular complications of diabetes. Despite advances in pharmacotherapy and diabetes treatment devices and the emphasis placed on treatment adherence over the last decade, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data showed 45% of patients with […]