Tag Archive for: diabetes
A Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) success story
Diabetes and diabetes prevention, Member Stories, Your Health and WellnessJosé Alvarez, Aspire Health Plan member, was diagnosed with prediabetes during an annual doctor's appointment. Read how the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) helped change his life and the life of his family.
An interview with Nicole Jurgens, a health coach working with diabetics in Monterey County
Meet the Population Health Team, Partners in HealthHealth coaches like Nicole Jurgens offer personalized one-on-one support to help Aspire Health Plan members and the community meet health goals, access health resources, and reduce risks or complications related to chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes. We asked her questions about her role.
An interview with Luis Viera, a health coach working with prediabetics
Meet the Population Health Team, Partners in HealthDid you know that Aspire Health Plan and the Diabetes Collaborative of Monterey County have teamed up to help you make meaningful changes in your lifestyle that can reduce your risk of diabetes? We recently sat down with Luis Viera, a bilingual health coach who works with prediabetics through one-on-one coaching and the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) to talk more about his role.
Healthy habits can reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes
Diabetes and diabetes prevention, Your Health and WellnessWhat habits and routines are serving us, and which ones like these are we ready to re-create in our post-pandemic lives? Support, connection, and accountability are more valuable than ever — now is the perfect time to get involved in a healthy lifestyle.
Learn about Medicare coverage options for seniors with diabetes
All About Medicare, Your Health and WellnessOne in every three people with Medicare have diabetes, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). But the good news for seniors is that Medicare covers diabetes and there are many Medicare coverage options for seniors with diabetes.
Diabetes resources for seniors in Monterey County
Partners in Health, Your Health and WellnessRight now, 45% of Monterey County adults have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Community Health Innovations (CHI) launched a campaign with the goal of working together as a community to fight "the beast" that is diabetes.