Community
The Home Health Monitoring Program Really Helped Me
David has had diabetes and high blood pressure for several years and through much of this time, he did not have good control of either of these health conditions. However, he was not overly concerned as he felt fine. When RDPCN staff was looking for suitable candidates from his doctor’s clinic for the Home Health Monitoring program, they asked if he would participate. Although it is unusual for him to volunteer for anything, he agreed to this.
David had a visit with the nurse to get all the base data and learn about the program. He soon received a call back to say that his heart rhythm was very slow. He ended up seeing a cardiologist and was diagnosed with heart flutter. He is under observation to decide on future treatment as he makes lifestyle changes. He may not have learned about this issue if he had not volunteered.
Being part of the 3-month monitoring project has helped David to improve how he looks after himself. He has lost 40 pounds. He has significantly decreased his snacking and improved his eating. His medications have decreased. His blood glucose has gone from very high to well within the normal range. His blood pressure is significantly improved. He walks more than 100 minutes almost every day and thoroughly enjoys that. He says walking is key to keeping him on track.
His three months on the program ended near the end of December but he has continued all the monitoring himself as he says “It keeps me honest. The program has helped me realize the importance of looking after myself.”
He is very thankful that the RDPCN nurse approached him to be part of the Home Health Monitoring program and that he took the risk of volunteering. He is way healthier now!
To learn more about the RDPCN programs, visit www.reddeerpcn.com
Click here to read more excellent success stories from the Primary Care Network.
|
|
|
|
|
|
Check out this powerful video, “Be a Mr. Jensen,” shared by Andy Jacks. It highlights the impact of seeing youth as solutions, not problems. Mr. Jensen’s patience and focus on strengths gave this child hope and success.
👉 Be a Mr. Jensen: https://buff.ly/8Z9dOxf
Do you know a Mr. Jensen? Nominate a caring adult in your child’s life who embodies the spirit of Mr. Jensen. Whether it’s a coach, teacher, mentor, or someone special, share how they contribute to youth development. 👉 Nominate Here: https://buff.ly/tJsuJej
Nominate someone who makes a positive impact in the live
s of children and youth. Every child has a gift – let’s celebrate the caring adults who help them shine! SPARC Red Deer will recognize the first 50 nominees. 💖🎉 #CaringAdults #BeAMrJensen #SeePotentialNotProblems #SPARCRedDeer
The Federal Brief That Should Sink Carney
How Canada’s Mainstream Media Lost the Public Trust
CBC retracts false claims about residential schools after accusing Rebel News of ‘misinformation’
Ottawa Confirms China interfering with 2025 federal election: Beijing Seeks to Block Joe Tay’s Election
-
Alberta1 day agoPremier Danielle Smith responds to election of Liberal government
-
2025 Federal Election1 day agoIn Defeat, Joe Tay’s Campaign Becomes a Flashpoint for Suspected Voter Intimidation in Canada
-
Automotive2 days agoMajor automakers push congress to block California’s 2035 EV mandate
-
Mental Health2 days agoSuspect who killed 11 in Vancouver festival attack ID’d
-
COVID-1922 hours agoFreedom Convoy leaders’ sentencing judgment delayed, Crown wants them jailed for two years
-
Banks22 hours agoTD Bank Account Closures Expose Chinese Hybrid Warfare Threat
-
2025 Federal Election22 hours agoPost election…the chips fell where they fell
-
Alberta21 hours ago
Hours after Liberal election win, Alberta Prosperity Project drumming up interest in referendum