Professional Documents
Culture Documents
A healthy population is essential for achieving society's goals, according to WHO (2010).
The quality of life is improved, learning ability is increased, families and communities are
strengthened, sustainable habitats and environments are promoted, and social inclusion,
security, and poverty reduction are all aided by good health. Governments all around the
world are working cooperatively to create policies that will address health issues and so
improve the well-being of their citizens in light of this fact. Type 2 diabetes is one of the
many health issues afflicting the world today, and it is becoming a more serious worldwide
public health issue. According to the International Diabetes Federation, there are an estimated
285 million people with diabetes worldwide or 6.4% of the adult population.
A community with healthy citizens who can work, are educated, and know how to take care
of themselves is most likely to have decent social and built surroundings. Such a
neighborhood Because everyone would be knowledgeable about health and have access to the
tools they need to take care of themselves, a setting like this would have reduced
hospitalization rates. relieving the government's financial burden associated with making
ongoing purchases of drugs and medical equipment as well as the pressure and strain that an
excessive number of patients place on the hospitals. "One of the most important conditions
for achieving society's objectives is a healthy population." Everyone's health and well-being
are improved by lowering inequalities and the social gradient. WHO (2010)
Communication Campaign Policy Intervention
More public health intervention is required to address this escalating health problem and stop
the spread of this disease. In my capacity as a policy analyst for the minister of health, I
would advise the government to work with the private sector to implement laws that support
improved agricultural and dietary practices. Encourage changes to the environment that will
increase physical activity and make prevention available to all people at high risk.
Encourage them to eat healthier, get more exercise, and actively manage their diabetes by
educating them on the three factors and symptoms. Communication techniques can be used in
conjunction with policy measures to reduce opposition and increase the policies' overall
acceptability (Timpel, 2019). The development of a support network for people living with
diabetes is one of the most important strategies for raising awareness of the disease.
Stereotypes about diabetes can be damaging, but raising awareness can highlight the fact that
people of different ages, races, and lifestyles are affected by the disease. In November, both
in the US and around the world, diabetes awareness month is observed. People and
organizations raise awareness throughout the month through projects, cpaigns, and events
Environmental support offers a workplace that is physically created to promote good health,
according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2018). Among the health-
related environmental support methods and interventions described for obesity, physical
activity, and nutrition are significant lifestyle changes suggested to combat diabetes. To
prevent and manage diabetes, regulations that enhance workplace lifestyle programs, such as
physical activity or diet, are essential. Regular exercise enhances blood lipid profiles, quality
of life, blood pressure, and metabolic control. Exercise has a preventive effect on patients
with impaired glucose tolerance, according to numerous studies. People with type 2 diabetes
who exercise have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and early mortality. (Rossen, 2015)
Intervention Policies that make prevention and healthcare accessible for all populations
The underlying threat that health disparity poses to people's health and well-being has been
health condition of different population groups" by the World Health Organization (WHO,
2018). All nations are affected by local, national, and international health inequities. As a
result of the systems that affect their lives, some people have poorer health and more
difficulty accessing healthcare. This results in the needless and unfair separation of diverse
groups.
A basic human right is the right to health. Everyone has a right to the highest attainable
degree of physical and mental health, according to the United Nations (United Nations High
Commissioner for Human Rights, n.d.). The ideal environment must be created by the
government for everyone to enjoy wonderful health. To eliminate health inequities between
individuals or groups at high risk, ensuring a national, cooperative, and inclusive insurance
system will be a significant step forward. While promoting the adoption of required
ensure that they are providing the public with equal and adequate access to healthcare.
In conclusion,
Intervention policies are a useful place to start when creating plans for assessing, fostering,
supporting, and upholding good health among a certain population or group of people. As
we've seen, interventions can tackle a wide range of issues and be carried out through
campaigns for better health, environmental protection, or educational initiatives. The greatest
number of people possible are intended to benefit from health initiatives. As a result, it is the
medical community's crucial role to engage the general public and raise awareness.
Reference
Bergman, M., Buysschaert, M., Schwarz, P. E., Albright, A., Narayan, K. V., & Yach, D. (2012). Diabetes
prevention: global health policy and perspectives from the ground. Diabetes management
2(4), 309–321. https://doi.org/10.2217/dmt.12.34.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2018). Workplace Health Promotion home:
Environmental Support | Diabetes Interventions.
https://www.cdc.gov/workplacehealthpromotion/health-strategies/diabetes/
interventions/environmental-support.html.
Rossen, J., Yngve, A., Hagströmer, M. Johansson, U. et al. (2015). Physical activities promotion in the
primary care setting in pre-and type 2 diabetes - The Sophia step study, an RCT. BMC Public
Health 15 (647). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-015-1941-9.
Timpel, P., Harst, L., Reifegerste, D. Schwarz, P. E. H. et al. (2019). What should the governmentbe
doing to prevent Diabetes throughout the life course?. Diabetologia 62, 1842–1853.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00125-019-4941-y.