Diabetes/Chronic Diseases

Schools can work with parents and other agencies to prevent diabetes and other chronic diseases. The elements of this comprehensive approach are described under the five following categories:

Several topics are listed under each of the categories. Explanatory articles, summaries and reports, research evidence, Canadian and other local examples, as well as online planning, educational and policy development resources are identified for each topic.

Coordinated Programs
Instructional Programs
  • nutrition/healthy eating programs and curricula
  • physical activity programs and curricula
  • diabetes programs
  • cardiovascular disease programs
  • cancer prevention programs
  • programs for students with diabetes
  • messages in other subjects/across the curriculum

 
Social Support
  • student youth engagement activity programs
  • Parent Education and Involvement
  • community awareness and mobilization
  • local media support
  • staff wellness and role modeling
Support Services
  • role of nutritionist, dieticians
  • role of public health
  • role of school guidance counselors
  • crisis intervention for diabetic incidents
  • school food services and policy
Physical and Environmental Resources
  • cafeteria policy and procedures
Preventive and Treatment Services