Capella University
HIS_FPX 1150
Professor Name
November 2024
Lesson From History
Diabetes Mellitus, a chronic illness in people, has been known for centuries, and texts from ancient civilizations speak about it. The term diabetes came from the ancient Greeks and means ‘to siphon’, referring to the constant need for the patients to urinate. During the second half of the 19th century, researchers learned about the part played by insulin in controlling glucose levels, this discovery resulted in insulin therapy for Type 1 diabetes (Harreiter & Roden, 2023). Future studies progressed to include both types of diabetes with reference made to their genetic, environmental, and lifestyle. Even with the developments made in the field of medicine, diabetes remains an unrelenting public health enemy, commanding millions of fans globally.
Chosen Issue and Primary Research Question
The chosen issue for this work is the epidemiological increases detected in rates of diabetes and its effect on health care. The primary research question is: What can these healthcare systems do to increase prevention, early diagnosis, and intervention in the increasing incidence of diabetes?
Sub-Questions
- With the rising incidence of diabetes, what are the leading causes that still threaten the lives of millions of people?
- How helpful are the existing modalities of prevention in delaying the development of Type 2 diabetes?
- What specific part does the healthcare provider have when it comes to early recognition and treatment of diabetes?
- What changes in the organization and support of health care delivery can enhance the quality of life for diabetic patients?
Overview
Diabetes Mellitus is a polygenic disease that affects millions of people throughout the world and type 2 diabetes is the most common. Closely related to the aging population, the increasing prevalence of diabetes is another problem that will strain healthcare further (Cloete, 2022). Preclinical and clinical interventions; dietary and physical activity changes; and pharmacologic interventions remain critical in managing the illness and its consequences. The study focuses on the existing interventions for prevention and treatment and the part played by healthcare practitioners in enhancing the patient experience.
Credibility of Resources
The sources employed in this study involve published articles, research reports from other health organizations, and clinical research seeking to understand the treatment of diabetes. These sources are considered credible because this information is couched in the annals of administratively recognized academic journals and institutions to ensure that the data provided is as accurate as possible (Lovic et al., 2020). Some of these reliable sources include the WHO alongside research from sources such as the NIH. Implementation of these resources enhances the credibility of research outcomes and forms a substantive basis for the conclusion drawn.
Causes and Long-Term Impacts
The main reasons for the development of diabetes include hereditary, morphophysiological factors, improper diet, unhealthy lifestyle including inadequate physical activity, increased body weight, aches, chronic emotional stress, low socio-economic condition, etc (Sun et al., 2021). Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in childhood and is caused by an immune system attack on insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. Type 2 diabetes is, however, common in adults and is closely associated with insulin resistance and reduced synthesis of insulin (Galicia et al., 2020). When diabetes is not well controlled in the long run, it results in cardiovascular diseases, kidney failure, neuropathy, and also blindness. Such complications can greatly reduce the quality of life and greatly increase the costs of healthcare services.
Past Challenges and Strategies for Current Organizational Issues
Traditionally, several barriers prevented healthcare organizations from diagnosing diabetic patients early and offering proper long-term medical care because of the lack of funds and information. In the present day, although there are developments in medical treatment and therapy, healthcare institutions remain to testify to the rise in the cost of diabetes and the demand for more preventive measures (Luo et al., 2020). Old techniques remain used such as education methods such as public health campaigns, which teach the public how they can change their lives. However, managing the existing and emerging complications requires another set of tools, such as access to the proper care, modern technologies for remote monitoring of glucose levels, and patient education.
HIS FPX1150 Assessment 3 Conclusion
In conclusion, diabetes remains a major public health problem that warrants a complex prevention and management strategy. Despite improvement in treatment and awareness, such a trend requires additional work on prevention, support, and health system organizations. In this connection, we argue that, by addressing the contributing factors and adopting valuable approaches, the healthcare domain has more opportunities to deal with diabetes and minimize the long-term outcomes of the disease for patients and society (Ikegami et al., 2022). In this research, the sources of information used were credible, therefore guaranteeing the findings presented here as timely information in the fight against diabetes.
HIS FPX1150 Assessment 3 References
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