Diabetes screening in the workplace.
The prevalence of diabetes has increased worldwide and the pathophysiological problems associated with diabetes increase the potential for employees' physical disabilities. These complications, including neuropathy, nephropathy, and visual impairment, negatively impact the job performance of employees and compromise workplace safety. Occupational health nurses can provide diabetes screening programs to employees and identify chronic disease risk factors early. This article describes an occupational diabetes screening program at a major corporation in Belize, Central America, defines diabetes, outlines the diabetes teaching plan, and presents the demographics of the participants and results of the screening. Cultural considerations and recommendations for future occupational diabetes screenings are proposed.
Tauna
T
Gulley
Dusta
D
Boggs
Rebecca
R
Mullins
Emily
E
Brock
D001531:Belize; D003920:Diabetes Mellitus / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D008403:Mass Screening / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009786:Occupational Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration*