Valley Health System has long been proud of the caliber of its nursing staff, says John Borg, Sr. Vice President of Nursing. This award is very important because it recognizes nurses who are new to the profession, and it s wonderful to see the leaders of tomorrow being honored today at a state level, Borg adds. The VNA is the largest nursing organization in the state and has as its mission to foster high standards of nursing and promote the professional development of nurses. Diabetes Management Program staff collaborated with physicians to standardize patient care, and regularly visit five offices to work directly with patients during their appointments, asnwering questions, evaluating progress, and reinforcing ways to better manage their disease.
Blood tests indicate the approach is working.
The average blood sugar level for those in Staged Diabetes Management is 150, well below the national average of 230. Patients are improving in other areas, too, from foot and eye exams to kidney tests. Reaping the Benefits of Yoga As Valley Health System's morning and evening yoga classes gain in popularity, some new classes are being developed for special populations. It increases lung capacity, and decreases oxygen demand, blood pressure, anxiety and cholesterol levels. It can be a wonderful complement to chronic disease treatment.