What would you do if your doctor said you had diabetes? It’s
a familiar problem as thousands of individuals, just like you, are diagnosed
with having high blood sugar levels every year. Statistics say, over 12.2
million of all people age 60 and older have diabetes. It remains one of the
leading causes of death in America and is the leading cause of new cases of
blindness each year.
What is diabetes and who gets it? Diabetes is a chronic
progressive disease that occurs when the body cannot produce or respond to
insulin in the correct way. If left untreated, this can result in diabetic
complications and death. But there is good news for people with diabetes can
make changes to control the disease and lower the likelihood of complications.
If you’re not sure what to do next, Jordan Health Services
could be your answer. Jordan’s Living Well with Diabetes program is a
comprehensive program designed to teach the diabetic patient how to manage this
complicated disease. Our team of nurses will teach you on the importance
of Meds, Meals, and Moves. Within the first 90-days, you will be on your way to
controlling your blood sugars and feeling better.
Meds or medication management is an important part of
controlling your blood sugar. Whether you’re taking pills or insulin, Jordan
can teach you when and how to use these medications correctly. Scared of
learning to give your own insulin shot? Our nursing team is here to guide and
support you.
Diabetes does not prevent you from enjoying the Meals and
foods you still love, but it is important to maintain a balanced diet to stay
healthy. It is also important for a person with diabetes not to skip meals.
This will prevent your blood sugar levels from getting too low. As a
participant in the Living Well with Diabetes program, you will learn how to
count carbs and plan meals. Our in-home one-on-one teaching gives you the tools
you need to live a healthy normal life with diabetes.
While exercise is important to everyone, Moves or exercise
is even more vital for people with diabetes. This can mean anything from
gardening to taking a short walk. Exercise will make living with diabetes more
manageable. You will learn how to exercise safely and achieve your goal of a
healthier lifestyle.
Taking care of your diabetes is also important in preventing
other health complications that diabetes can cause over time. Without proper
care, high blood sugars can lead to problems with your eyes, nerves, kidneys,
gums and teeth, and heart. By working with Jordan’s health care team you can
safely reduce your risk of further health problems.
Diabetes is a serious disease, but you don’t have to let it
control your life. You have a lot to live for and lots of memories to make. Let
Jordan provide in-home health care so you won’t miss a moment. If you have Medicare
and qualify for home health, Jordan could be the answer you’ve been looking
for. Contact us at 800-646-8773 for a free consultation.
Jordan is a prominent provider of home health services to
both Medicare and Medicaid eligible patients, servicing the citizens of Texas
since 1975. The company also services Miller County in Arkansas. Jordan is
licensed to provide home care services by both the State of Texas and State of
Arkansas. Jordan is continuing to expand its services through acquisitions and
internal growth.
Information contained in this article was obtained from
various resources including the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org, National Institute of Health at
www.nih.gov, The Centers for Disease Control at www.cdc.gov,
and the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse at
www.diabetes.niddk.nih.gov
