Beat the Heat Tips
How to safely get through summer if you’re diabetic or prediabetic: Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration, which can affect blood sugar levels. Monitor Blood Sugar: Check blood glucose levels more frequently, as heat can affect insulin absorption and blood sugar control. Protect Medications: Keep insulin and other medications cool. Avoid exposing […]
Hear from our Expert: Nicole Cabrera-Heiring, APRN
Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada (VMSN) is addressing critical community needs through effective treatment and education, ensuring comprehensive care for underserved populations. By providing individualized, culturally, and linguistically appropriate care, VMSN meets patients where they are, respecting and addressing diverse backgrounds and needs. We offer unparalleled access to care, enabling patients to see providers, […]
Diabetes: Why it Matters
Diabetes is an epidemic in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 37 million Americans have diabetes and face its devastating consequences. What’s true nationwide is also true in Nevada. Nevada’s diabetes epidemic: Approximately 269,783 people in Nevada, or 10.9% of the adult population, have diagnosed diabetes. An […]
Patient Highlight: Roselle
Originally from Belize, Roselle arrived in Las Vegas 15 years ago with her two small children. Her journey was marked by hardship, disappointment, hope, and faith, a testament to the strength of her spirit despite life’s countless trials. The promise of a new beginning in Las Vegas quickly faded as Roselle faced the harsh reality […]