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A pilot study of a virtual reality (VR)-based dietary education program in individuals at risk of or with type 2 diabetes [Education and training]

Annals of Family Medicine

Introduction The use of virtual reality (VR) in diabetes self-management education is an emerging research field. Traditional in-person dietary education is limited by its directive pedagogy and healthcare provider resources. Participants between the ages of 21 to 70, with either pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes, were eligible.

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Addressing the Diabetes Care Burnout Crisis

Physician's Weekly

In the past decade, advancements in technology have revolutionized the way diabetes is managed. For individuals with diabetes, every day requires vigilance. Healthcare professionals face a daunting workload when it comes to diabetes. Healthcare professionals face a daunting workload when it comes to diabetes.

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10 Tips to Find the Best Diabetes Doctor for Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Zaar

Managing Type 2 diabetes requires more than just medication—it demands a long-term partnership with a skilled healthcare provider who understands your individual needs. Choosing the right diabetes doctor can make a major difference in how effectively your condition is managed, your quality of life, and your long-term health outcomes.

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Demystifying Diabetes

East Cary Family Physicians

Insights from East Cary Family Physicians In this blog, we’re diving into one of the most prevalent health conditions worldwide: diabetes. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, caring for someone with diabetes, or seeking to enhance your knowledge, this guide aims to provide valuable insights and practical tips. What is Diabetes?

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“The physician–patient encounter is health care’s choke point” -NEJM

A Country Doctor Writes

This week’s Journal has a very profound article about why healthcare has not evolved through its technology the way other sectors of society have. 1) Healthcare is not at all customer centered. 1) Healthcare is not at all customer centered. We meet people where they are and in many different ways.

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November: National Diabetes Month

Center for Family Medicine (CFM)

million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes, and it is likely that an additional 8.7 million Americans are living with diabetes without a formal diagnosis. million Americans have diabetes, which comes out to about 11.6 Increasing your fiber intake and avoiding packaged foods, in particular, can also help you avoid diabetes.

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An Open Letter to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. On Why Integrated Care Should Be a Cornerstone of the HHS Agenda

Integrated Care News by CFHA

At the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA), we see your agenda aligning with ours in powerful ways. It moves away from fragmented systems, provides alternatives to medication-only treatment paths, and leads patients to practical pathways for healing—whether for anxiety, diabetes management, depression, or addiction.