Basic Skills for Controlling Diabetes, 2nd edition

Summary

This completely remade second edition takes a newly diagnosed patient through the basic skills needed to manage diabetes. Making healthy food choices, adding physical activity to the day, taking medications as directed, and monitoring blood glucose are introduced as the key skills needed to manage diabetes and prevent possible complications of Type 2 Diabetes. The program is presented in clear language with simple concepts so as not to overwhelm patients. Blood glucose is referred to as “blood sugar” in this program in an effort to further simplify information. Viewers will get the reassurance and encouragement they need to begin managing their diabetes. Released October 2009