Transformative Diabetes Education at Island Health
Currently, over 38 million people in the United States are diagnosed with diabetes and that number continues to rise both nationally and in your community. In fact, Skagit County’s diabetes prevalence rate is 11%, making it 2% higher than the Washington State average of 9%, meaning that there is a higher prevalence of diabetes and […]
Empowering the Community with Health Education Classes
Class is in session! Donations made in support of the Health Education Program at Island Health are playing a crucial role in promoting community well-being and preventing future health problems by ensuring that health education remains accessible for your community. Health education classes are providing individuals with valuable knowledge about various aspects of health, including […]
Diabetes: Cause for Celebration?
Celebration is rarely synonymous with diabetes. But, your generosity has given those diagnosed with diabetes in your community reasons to celebrate. Did you know that 10% of the US population has diabetes and nearly 35% of the adult population are pre-diabetic? So when Mary Beth Robinson, MS, RD/LD, CDE, was hired in 2017, she set […]
Diabetes: Cause for Celebration?
Did you know that 10% of the US population has diabetes and nearly 35% of the adult population are pre-diabetic? So when Mary Beth Robinson, MS, RD/LD, CDE, was hired in 2017, she set out to bring back the Diabetes Education Program and empower those in your community with diabetes make lifestyle modifications, ultimately improving […]