Stormont-Vail’s Fall Issue of Healthy Times: What You Should Know About the Risk for Diabetes

(Topeka, Aug. 22, 2007) -- In the United States and around the globe, diabetes is becoming a major epidemic. The risk for diabetes increases as people get older, gain too much weight or do not stay active. Information about the risk for diabetes is highlighted in Stormont-Vail HealthCare’s Fall 2007 issue of Healthy Times, a quarterly community publication. Learn in the newsletter how you can take an online diabetes risk test.

Among other articles in this issue:

• Sugar is Not So Sweet and childhood obesity is causing health problems that used to be seen only in adults. Compare portion sizes of food from 20 years ago to today.
• Specialized care in the Stormont-Vail Spine Center can help you get back your life. Learn about back pain prevention tips.
• Medical advancements are helping individuals with Down Syndrome lead healthier lives. Getting educated and referrals to quality resources can assist in the effort.
• Patient safety is important at Stormont-Vail, which was recently named a recipient of the 2007 Distinguished Hospital Award for Patient Safety by an independent, national research study conducted by HealthGrades.

The newsletter is free to community members who request a subscription. To receive the publication, call Health Connections at (785) 354-5225. Healthy Times is also available online at www.stormontvail.org.