Health Services Research, Diabetes, and the YMCA

The video discusses the prevalence of prediabetes and the challenges in addressing it through research and intervention. It highlights the success of the Diabetes Prevention Program, which focuses on lifestyle changes and medication. Despite its efficacy, the program faced challenges in widespread implementation due to cost and logistical issues. The YMCA played a crucial role in scaling the program, making it more accessible and affordable. The video also covers policy changes, including the Diabetes Prevention Act and its integration into the Affordable Care Act, which helped expand the program's reach and impact.

What challenges did physicians face in identifying patients with prediabetes?

What was the cost difference between the original intervention and the new YMCA model?

What impact did the partnership with the YMCA have on the diabetes prevention program?