Improving Diabetes Prevention and Management
Nearly 1.8 million New Yorkers—-almost 10% of the State’s population—-have diabetes, a chronic condition that exacts an enormous human and financial toll, affecting individuals’ health but also health care institutions, health plans, and the State’s budget. The prevalence of diabetes has doubled in the last 16 years and affects racial and ethnic minorities disproportionately. Costs related to diabetes in New York are estimated at $12.9 billion annually, including excess medical costs of $8.7 billion.
NYSHealth established a five-year Diabetes Campaign to reverse the diabetes epidemic. The Campaign focuses on improving clinical care and patient outcomes; mobilizing communities to prevent diabetes and support diabetes self-management; and promoting policies that sustain comprehensive and effective care for people with diabetes.
NYSHealth Diabetes Resource Center's publications, data, and information.
Features
Health Affairs Highlights NSYHealth’s Efforts to Curb the Diabetes Epidemic
On January 9, 2012, Health Affairs released its January issue, “Confronting the Growing Diabetes Crisis,” funded in part by NYSHealth. The diabetes-themed issue explores the challenges faced by the public health and health care systems as prediabetes and diabetes rates continue to rise. The issue includes an article that examines NYSHealth’s approach to improving diabetes prevention and management in New York State.
NYSHealth Launches New RFP, Meeting the Mark: Achieving Excellence in Diabetes Care
The request for proposals (RFP) invites organizations across New York State to apply for funds to improve the quality of care for people with diabetes.
