QTAC Digest
Increasing Completion of Chronic Disease Self-Management Education (CDSME) Workshops
Approximately 80% of older adults have at least one chronic condition,1 and over two-thirds have two or more. [2] Chronic conditions account for 7 of the top 10 causes of death in the United States [3] and 95% of all health care costs for older adults. [2] Chronic... read moreSeniors in Westview Overcome Barriers to Healthy Living
Issue In Albany County, almost 67% of adults aged 65 and older are overweight or obese. At the same time, the number of adults who report no leisure time physical activity in Albany County is about 20%. For those aged 65 and older that number jumps to 30%.... read moreTaking Charge of Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes in Lewis County
Issue Located in the northern region of the state, the population of Lewis County is 27,087, making it the fourth least-populated county in New York. Its county seat is Lowville. Roughly 1,275 square miles in size, Lewis County is known for its interesting topography,... read moreShopRite of Colonie Offers Customers the National Diabetes Prevention Program
Recently ShopRite piloted the National Diabetes Prevention Program in Colonie, NY to highlight its in-store dietitian program and the availability of healthy food items.
read moreMaking a Difference in the Lives of Residents with Pre-Diabetes in Tompkins County
The mission of the Human Services Coalition of Tompkins County is to enhance the delivery of health and human services in the Tompkins county area of New York State.
read more