Category: Diabetes

Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion Reference List Introduction The first hormone with incretin activity was isolated from an extract of porcine duodenal mucus. The main biological effect of the peptide is glucose-dependent stimulation of insulin secretion, which is why its name is a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). The site of its synthesis is the…

Type 2 diabetes is a current-day epidemic. Affecting more than 370 million adults worldwide (26 million people in the United States), it is one of the most critical health issues (Pratley, 2013). However, the growing number of those suffering from the disease, as well as people with a pre-diabetic condition, is even more challenging compared…

Introduction Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic illness marked by hyperglycemia which derives from insulin action or insulin secretion deficiency. Chronic hyperglycemia may lead to such long-term harm as dysfunction or failure of the organs. Most frequently, diabetes impacts kidneys, nerves, eyes, blood vessels, and heart (American Diabetes Association, 2010). In the process of diabetes development,…

Table of Contents Introduction The Rationale for the Action of the Problem Proposed Policy Option Policy Recommendations Conclusion References Introduction During the last several decades, diabetes has remained a serious racially-based health problem in the United States. In addition to disproportionately affecting Blacks (11.7%), American Indians (14.7%), and Hispanics (12.5%), a higher burden of complications…

Introduction The social epidemiology of type 2 diabetes shows that several daily habits across society contribute to its development or regression. Such practices are subjective or individual, but classification can be made among various racial groups, which are dictated by the culture and customs of the representatives. This study aims to identify these habits and…

Abstract Social marketing plays an important role in promoting urgent issues in the healthcare field. In this project, increased diabetes prevalence is the major social issue for consideration. Various demographic and social factors contribute to disease development, prediction, and management. The target audience is the representatives of racial minorities, namely Blacks, Native Americans, and Hispanics,…

Effect of Cushings syndrome on the individual Cortisol is involved in the regulation of blood sugar, metabolism, and inflammation. Much of its exposure causes Cushings syndrome, which has adversely affected the individual by developing hypertension and type 2 diabetes. The development of hypertension and diabetes, and their potential complications on the patient. In this case,…

Table of Contents Introduction Causes of and Risk Factors for Diabetes The Magnitude of the Diabetes Ethnic, Racial, and Economic Class Variations Cost of the Chronic Disease Diabetes Current Treatments of Diabetes Barriers to Treatment Conclusion References Introduction In recent decades, chronic diseases, particularly diabetes, have become a public health priority worldwide. The reason for…

Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion References Introduction Today, diabetes is one of the most common autoimmune diseases in the United States. 37.3 million Americans, or 11.3% of the nation, had diabetes in 2019 (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2022). This is a pressing issue for the nation, especially for nurses and doctors, who…

Table of Contents Introduction Prevalence in the USA Expenses Conclusion References Introduction Diabetes is a chronic disease caused by the fact that the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, or the body cannot effectively use the produced insulin. More than 400 million people are living with diabetes worldwide, and the prevalence is expected to continue…