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The A to Z of OT: Diabetes Management

Diabetes is ranked the 7th leading cause of death and affects over 29 million people in the United States.  Occupational Therapists help people with Diabetes in many ways including lifestyle adaptation, dietary changes, medication management and more.  Learn more about the benefits of Occupational Therapy for people with Diabetes in the following care of Diabetes in Control.

Diabetes in Control:  The “REAL” Diabetes Study Shows How Occupational Therapy Can Help Young Adults Better Manage Their Diabetes

 

October is Occupational Therapy Month and to celebrate we will be sharing a new series called the A to Z of OT.  In our attempts to further educate the public about what Occupational Therapists do we will be highlighting twenty-six of the awesome ways OTs provide Solutions for Living.  

We encourage you to follow along with The A to Z of OT and to add to the discussion by highlighting other awesome things OTs help with for each corresponding letter!

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American Diabetes Month: How To Lower Your Risk

November is American Diabetes Month. Diabetes is ranked the 7th leading cause of death in America and affects over 29 million people in the United States. There are many health factors that can lead diabetes including: family history, smoking, lifestyle, diet, weight and even race. The American Diabetes Association has created a way for people to test their risk for diabetes, and provides tips on how to lower risks if these exist. Take a moment to take the test and become informed of changes you can make to improve your health.

The American Diabetes Association:  Type 2 Diabetes Risk Test

The American Diabetes Association:  Lower Your Risk