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Assessment 1: Identifying Community Health Needs

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MARCH 8, 2024
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Identifying Healthcare Needs in the Community

A holistic approach involving healthcare organizations is pivotal in evaluating the state or

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community's well-being and pinpointing and assessing healthcare needs pertinent to specific
diseases and their impact on particular regions. This methodology empowers healthcare
professionals to prioritize health needs and devise strategies to cater to unmet community
requirements. This research specifically delves into the prevalence of diabetes in West Virginia,
with a focus on discerning healthcare needs among patients and the communities most affected
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by this ailment. Data for this investigation is sourced from various outlets including the State
Department of Health, the American Diabetes Association, County Health Data, and the
American Journal of Diabetes.
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Demographic Characteristics of a State

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Demographic characteristics encompass a range of factors such as population composition,

race, ethnicity, disease prevalence, religious affiliation, educational attainment, and mental
health diagnoses. These factors often shape behavioral patterns and significantly influence
individuals' experiences within society. Moreover, demographic data encapsulates community
attributes like income levels, employment status, gender distribution, educational attainment,

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and commuting patterns. Racial categorization forms a common part of demographic data.
Within racial categories such as Asian, White, Black, and African American, there exists a
diverse array of ethnicities and cultural backgrounds. Illness demographics include
patient-specific information like birthdates and insurance details, aiding in medical billing,
enhancing healthcare quality, and fostering cultural competence. According to estimates from
the United States Census Bureau in 2018, West Virginia's total population was 1,775,156,
comprising 93.1% White, 3.7% Black, 0.3% Asian, and 1.9% Latino. Approximately 14.1% of the
population is under 65 and living with a disability. Between 2017 and 2021, roughly 88.1% of the
population completed high school. A notable portion of the population grapples with multiple
chronic conditions including diabetes, cancer, kidney and lung diseases, arthritis, obesity, and

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high blood pressure.

Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

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Disease prevention and health promotion share common objectives and functions. A
population-based approach to prevention suggests that interventions should target entire

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populations to effectively alter the distribution of disease risk factors. Initiatives for population
health promotion and prevention predominantly focus on environmental resilience and equity in
human healthcare services.
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Trends in Population Demographics

Between 2010 and 2021, West Virginia's population experienced growth in two out of eleven
years. The most significant population decline was observed between 2016 and 2017, with a
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0.8% decrease. Approximately 16.2% of adults in West Virginia, totaling roughly 232,336
individuals, have diabetes, with demographic reports indicating an increasing trend among
American Indians and non-Hispanic Blacks.

Impact of Diabetes on Specific Groups in West Virginia

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Diabetes affects 16% of West Virginia's population, with higher prevalence rates among specific
racial groups such as the Black community and American Indians. Population health is
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influenced by economic well-being, healthcare quality, and overall quality of life. Diabetes can
lead to severe complications, including heart disorders, blindness, and mortality.
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Communication of Demographic Data and Health Needs

Patient characteristics and demographics significantly influence patients' perceptions of

communication in healthcare settings. Positive behaviors exhibited by healthcare providers,
such as courteous treatment, positively impact patients' perception of care. Effective
communication and individualized patient care are essential for ensuring patient comprehension
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and satisfaction. Health authorities can promote health literacy and formulate improvement
plans by effectively communicating with affected communities.

Conclusion

Identifying and addressing community health needs necessitates comprehensive strategies and
intervention plans. Understanding a state's demographic characteristics is crucial for healthcare
professionals to implement appropriate preventive measures and promote health. Epidemiology
plays a pivotal role in overseeing the analysis of program data and facilitating prompt
evaluation.

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American Diabetes Association. (2022, July 28). Statistics about Diabetes | ADA. Diabetes.org.
https://diabetes.org/about-us/statistics/about-diabetes

American Diabetes Association. (2018). The burden of diabetes in West Virginia.

https://diabetes.org/sites/default/files/202111/ADV_2021_State_Fact_sheets_West%20Virginia_
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Division of Health Promotion and Chronic Diseases. (2021). Diabetes in West Virginia. Wv.gov.

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https://dhhr.wv.gov/hpcd/FocusAreas/wvdiabetes/Pages/DiabetesinWestVirginia.aspx

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G. (2020). Geographic variation in amputation rates among patients with diabetes and/or
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United States Census Bureau. (2018). QuickFacts: United States. Census Bureau.
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