Table of Contents
- 0.1 Hospital Penna
- 0.2 Argerich Hospital
- 0.3 Udaondo Hospital
- 0.4 Fernandez Hospital
- 0.5 Hospital Alvarez
- 0.6 Hospital Zubizarreta
- 0.7 Gutierrez Hospital
- 0.8
- 0.9 Muñiz Hospital
- 0.10 Date: Thursday, November 14
- 0.11 IREP
- 1 In what ways do you think the described World Diabetes Day activities effectively address the diverse needs and challenges of individuals living with diabetes in the community?
In commemoration of World Diabetes Daywhich is celebrated every November 14, this anniversary represents a crucial opportunity to raise awareness among the population about the impact of diabetes on health. In addition, it seeks to promote the importance of annual medical check-ups as a fundamental tool for preventing complications.
Below are the main activities that will be carried out in the City’s hospitals:
Hospital Penna
Date: Thursday, November 14
Activity: An awareness day will be held in the hospital hall that will include:
- Random blood glucose monitoring
- Nutritional advice, provided by the food service
- Advice on oral health, provided by the dentistry service. In addition, educational materials, toothpastes and brushes will be provided.
Argerich Hospital
Date: Thursday, November 14
Activity: In the hall on the first floor there will be a talk about Food and Foot Carerun by nutritionists.
Udaondo Hospital
Date: Thursday, November 14
Activity: Talks linked to the motto will be organized “Wellness and Diabetes”addressing topics such as cardiovascular and renal well-being, mental health (psychiatric well-being) and oral health, with the participation of specialized professionals.
Fernandez Hospital
Date: Wednesday, November 20
Activity: A detection campaign will be carried out, which will include:
- Blood glucose and weight controls
- Nutritional advice, provided by nutrition graduates
- Blood pressure control
- In addition, the dental team will participate in the event offering advice on oral care.
Hospital Alvarez
Date: Friday, November 15
Activity: At the entrance of the hospital, talks will be held for the community on dental care and healthy eating, with the aim of promoting habits that contribute to general well-being.
Hospital Zubizarreta
Date: Thursday, November 14
Activity: In the waiting room, random blood glucose checks will be taken and talks will be organized, which will include dentistry. In addition, the hospital will be illuminated blue and a glocometer will be raffled off.
Gutierrez Hospital
Date: Thursday, November 14, 09:30 a.m.
Activity: In the Nutrition waiting room there will be a Kermes that will have games, prizes and gifts, among other activities. It is requested to attend with a glucometer and cap.
Elizalde Hospital
Date: Tuesday the 12th to Friday the 15th – Diabetes Week.
Activities: Throughout the week, the nutrition and diabetes service will be carrying out different activities:
- Education in the waiting room
- Didactic games
- Preparation of posters and drawings
- Delivery of educational material for patients and parents.
Muñiz Hospital
Date: Thursday, November 14
Activities:
- Blood glucose control and anthropometric parameters
- Diabetes education where nurses licensed in nutrition will participate.
- Findrisk survey to hospital staff and the community who want to participate.
IREP
Date: Wednesday, November 13, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Activity: a workshop talk for patients with diabetes about “the importance of taking care of your feet” will be held in the IREP auditorium.
These activities seek to encourage active community participation in the prevention of diabetes, a disease that affects millions of people around the world.
In what ways do you think the described World Diabetes Day activities effectively address the diverse needs and challenges of individuals living with diabetes in the community?
## Open-ended Interview Questions based on provided article:
This article highlights World Diabetes Day activities in different locations. Here are some open-ended questions to encourage discussion and diverse viewpoints:
**General Understanding and Impact:**
1. **What stood out to you most about theWorld Diabetes Day activities described in the article? Why?** (This can uncover individual perspectives and priorities.)
2. **How do you think these activities will impact the community’s awareness and understanding of diabetes?** (Encourages reflection on the effectiveness of the chosen activities.)
3. **The article mentions diabetes affecting “millions of people around the world.” What are some of the biggest challenges you think people with diabetes face, both personally and societally?** (Opens up discussion on broader social implications of the disease.)
**Specific Activity Focus:**
4. **The nutrition and diabetes service is offering diverse activities like educational games and preparing posters. What do you think are the strengths of using these creative approaches to educate about diabetes? What potential limitations might there be?** (Encourages critical thinking about the chosen methods.)
5. **Muñiz Hospital is focusing on blood glucose control and anthropometric parameters. Why are these factors important in managing diabetes, and how do you think the involvement of nurses licensed in nutrition will benefit patients?** (Delves deeper into specific medical aspects and the role of healthcare professionals.)
6. **IREP is hosting a workshop about foot care for patients with diabetes. Why is foot care so crucial for individuals with this condition? What other lifestyle modifications or preventative measures do you think are important for people with diabetes?** (Explores practical aspects of managing the disease.)
7. **The article mentions “encouraging active community participation in the prevention of diabetes.” How can individuals, beyond participating in these organized activities, actively contribute to preventing diabetes in their communities?** (Expands the scope of discussion to individual responsibility and community action.)
**Future Directions and Collaboration:**
8. **What other types of events or initiatives do you think would be valuable for raising awareness about diabetes and supporting those affected by it? ** (Encourages brainstorming and innovative thinking.)
9. **How can different organizations and stakeholders, such as healthcare providers, educational institutions, and community groups, collaborate more effectively to address the complexities of diabetes?** (Promotes discussion on systemic approaches and partnerships.)
Remember to adapt these questions based on the specific context of your interview and the participants involved.
