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Partners in Prayer & Prevention Newsletter
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Welcome
Partners In Prayer and Prevention (P3) is an initiative through the VDH: Office of Health Equity connects and works with faith and inter-faith based congregations, associations and groups to promote health equity. Your voice is a driving force in our communities. P3 was created to provide a hub for public health resources, facilitate new partnerships and provide technical assistance to empower you to bridge the gap between faith and health with ease. Together we can defeat the enemy of health disparities by educating and promoting equal opportunities for good health throughout all of our communities.
Please feel free to share any information provided with your congregations, associations, groups, communities, families and friends. All questions and/or inquires can be directed to Veronica Cosby, P3 Coordinator at
veronica.cosby@vdh.virginia.gov
Thank you for your time and keep an eye out for future editions.
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Join Virginia Partners in Prayer & Prevention Community Health Champions.
When?
Saturday, June 17, 2017, 9:00 PM - 12 Noon
Where? Norfolk State University
Nursing & General Education Building (Room 101)
700 Park Avenue, Norfolk VA
Norfolk, VA 23504
You are invited to join us as we discuss health in our communities. There will be a screening of Natural Causes: In Sickness and in Wealth. A panel discussion including community leaders, local business and Health Dept. representatives will conclude to help educate and discuss how we can improve the well-being of our communities in which we live and serve.
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June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month
Go Purple
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Include Oral Health in Diabetes Management
According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), more than 830,000 Virginians have diabetes and an additional 2.2 million have prediabetes. For people living with diabetes, having healthy teeth and gums can help them better manage their blood sugar and even avoid hospital admissions. Individuals with diabetes may experience oral issues like dry mouth, tooth loss, cavities, fungal infections, and burning mouth syndrome; periodontal disease is also more common in people with diabetes. Studies show that successfully treating periodontal disease can reduce hospitalizations by 33% and lower medical costs by $1,814 for those with diabetes.
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and the ADA offer useful tools for individuals to prevent diabetes or manage existing disease. The CDC's National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP) provides tools to delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes and prevent diabetes complications, and includes resources for specific populations, such as African Americans, Hispanic Americans and those in rural communities. The NDEP also provides a training course on how to provide a community-based diabetes self-management (DSME) program or for people with diabetes. Additionally, the ADA releases a new Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes each year to  offer comprehensive guidance on diabetes self-management for health providers, patients and others involved in diabetes care. The ADA guideline also includes specific information for children, pregnant women, older adults and others with complex health issues. Patients and families can use these resources to learn more about diabetes and better advocate for their health care in multiple settings, like the dentist's office.
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u know a person living with diabetes, tell them about DSME and encourage them to search for a local DSME program. You can find a diabetes program in your area by visiting DiabetesLocal.org. Health providers are especially poised to refer patients to DSME programs as part of a comprehensive care plan. DSME programs can help an individual create a healthier lifestyle and living environment, and provide ongoing support. For more information on the connections between oral health and wellness, visit
www.vaoralhealth.org.
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Virginia's Plan For Well-Being
Health begins where Virginians live, work, and play. Virginia's Plan for Well-Being lays out the foundation for giving everyone a chance to live a healthy life. The plan highlights specific goals and strategies on which communities can focus so the state can make measurable health improvement by 2020. Every Virginian deserves the opportunity to be healthy, and you, too, can help make that possible. Join in this effort to assure well-being for all Virginians.
Virginians Live Longer, Healthier Lives
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Heart-healthy Eating
Heart-healthy eating is an important way to lower your risk for heart disease and stroke. Heart disease is the number one cause of death for American women. Stroke is the number three cause of death.
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To get the most benefit for your heart, you should choose more fruits, vegetables, and foods with whole grains and healthy protein. You also should eat less food with added sugar, calories, and unhealthy fats.
The following resources can help you choose heart-healthy foods and create a plan based on your age, sex, height, weight, and activity level:
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The American Heart Association's EmPOWERED To Serve initiative recognizes that smoking is the #1 risk factor for heart disease and stroke. We are keenly aware of the importance of being an example to all individuals and committed to educate all communities against the dangers of tobacco and second hand smoke. By promoting tobacco-free communities and connection to cessation resources the AHA is helping to build a culture of health in such environments where individuals live, learn, work, play, and pray. Learn More |
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Together we can defeat the enemy of health disparities by educating and promoting equal opportunities for good health throughout all of our communities.
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