Abstract
Problem Significance
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic illnesses in the US and is one of the top leading causes of death. It continues to be a top public health issue with most people being diagnosed with Type II diabetes. Complications from diabetes are attributed to poor diet, lack of exercise, lack of regular glucose testing, and medication non-adherence. Adults 45 years and older are most impacted by diabetes compared to those younger than 45 years. Among all Asian races in the US, Filipinos are diagnosed the most but are the least represented in data and diabetes resources. Sacramento has experienced a significant increase in the Asian population within the last decade and will continue to see growth in the future.
Analysis
This project aims to reduce diabetes complications among Filipino American adults living in Sacramento, CA. Multiple factors at the behavioral and environmental levels influence diabetes. The program focuses on reducing diabetes symptoms by addressing multiple contributing factors.
Intervention (Solution Proposal)
The proposed intervention is a three-month self-management education and support program that utilizes both social media and in-person participation focusing on increasing social support, confidence, and bicultural appreciation.
Implementation and Evaluation
This program will have a program manager and specialists for implementation and evaluation. Transformational leadership and the Leader Member Exchange Theory will guide successful implementation of program activities. Process evaluation tools will be used to assess program fidelity. Summative evaluation tools will measure program success in four categories: blood glucose levels, self-management skills, perceived cultural impact, and perceived social support.