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Use this document to complete the Module 6 Assessment Global Healthcare Comparison Matrix and Narrative Statement
Diabetes is a major global health issue that affects millions worldwide which contributes to significant morbidity and mortality. The World Health Organization identifies diabetes as a priority because of its impact on healthcare systems and economies. Both the United States and Canada have implemented specific policies to manage diabetes yet their healthcare systems differ based on cost, access and quality. The aim of this paper is to compare diabetes policies between these two countries, analyze strengths and weaknesses as well as discuss their implications for nursing practice and local healthcare policies.
Global Healthcare Issue
Diabetes
Description
Country
United States
Canada
Describe the policy in each country related to the identified healthcare issue
The U.S. follows The National Diabetes Prevention Program as well as Medicare’s Diabetes Prevention Program (Ritchie, Baucom & Sauder, 2020). The CDC provide guidelines, while the ADA offers clinical recommendations. The Affordable Care Act has also expanded coverage for preventive diabetes services.
Canada has the Diabetes 360° strategy proposed by Diabetes Canada that advocates for a national diabetes framework ( Redquest et al., 2020). The Canada Health Act ensures universal healthcare, covering diabetes treatment, medication and also preventive services.
What are the strengths of this policy?
The policies provides for large-scale diabetes prevention programs, advanced research as well as technology integration with private insurance coverage for newer treatments.
1. Universal healthcare helps in covering most diabetes-related costs.
2. There are strong public health initiatives.
3. There is coordinated national approach.
What are the weaknesses of this policy?
1. High out-of-pocket costs
2. Unequal access due to private insurance dependency
3. lack of universal coverage.
1. Longer wait times for specialist care
2. Fewer diabetes-related clinical trials than the U.S.
Explain how the social determinants of health may impact the specified global health issue. (Be specific and provide examples)
Lower-income and uninsured individuals struggle with diabetes management due to high costs of insulin and care. Racial and ethnic minorities face disparities in healthcare access ( Le et al., 2023) Food deserts and lack of healthy food options contribute to diabetes prevalence.
Indigenous populations experience higher diabetes rates due to historical marginalization and healthcare barriers. Also, rural communities face access issues and lifestyle factors such as diet and physical inactivity.
How has each country’ government addressed cost, quality, and access to the selected global health issue?
The U.S has advanced technology and research drive innovation in diabetes treatment which has helped in the management of the condition. Also, the U.S has insurance-dependent access which creates disparities for uninsured populations.
In Canada, there is universal access to diabetes management but rural areas face provider shortages.
How has the identified health policy impacted the health of the global population? (Be specific and provide examples)
The U.S. research and pharmaceutical innovation influence global diabetes treatment. However, high costs limit accessibility for lower-income patients.
Canada’s universal approach serves as a model for equitable diabetes care. Diabetes 360° aligns with WHO strategies which influences policies in other nations seeking universal healthcare solutions.
Describe the potential impact of the identified health policy on the role of nurse in each country.
The nurses in U.S. focus on patient education, advocating for affordable treatment and assisting patients with insurance navigation.
Canadian nurses provide comprehensive diabetes management under universal healthcare.
Explain how global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in both countries. (Be specific and provide examples)
U.S. hospitals and clinics implement diabetes management programs, but affordability remains a challenge.
Canadian healthcare facilities prioritize diabetes education and prevention programs.
General Notes/Comments
While diabetes management has been effectively addressed in the united states’, many patients still struggle with the condition due to issues such as affordability and access.
Similar to the united states, Canadian patients face with issues such as access and affordability to diabetes treatment.
References
Le, P., Bui, T. C., Abramowitz, J., Herman, W. H., Misra-Hebert, A. D., & Rothberg, M. B. (2023). Trends in Use of High-Cost Antihyperglycemic Drugs Among US Adults with Type 2 Diabetes. Journal of General Internal Medicine, 38(1), 49-56.
Redquest, B., Ahmed, S., Balogh, R., & Lunsky, Y. (2020). Preventing and treating diabetes in Canadian adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Canadian Journal of Diabetes, 44(2), 205-210.
Ritchie, N. D., Baucom, K. J., & Sauder, K. A. (2020). Current perspectives on the impact of the National Diabetes Prevention Program: building on successes and overcoming challenges. Diabetes, metabolic syndrome and obesity, 2949-2957.
To Prepare:
Review the World Health Organization’s (WHO) global health agenda and select one global health issue to focus on for this Assignment.
Select at least one additional country to compare to the U.S. for this Assignment.
Reflect on how the global health issue you selected is approached in the U.S. and in the additional country you selected.
Review and download the Global Health Comparison Matrix provided in the Resources.
The Assignment: (1- to 2-page Global Health Comparison Matrix; 1-page Plan for Social Change)
Part 1: Global Health Comparison Matrix
Focusing on the country you selected and the U.S., complete the Global Health Comparison Matrix. Be sure to address the following:
Consider the U.S. national/federal health policies that have been adapted for the global health issue you selected from the WHO global health agenda. Compare these policies to the additional country you selected for study.
Explain the strengths and weaknesses of each policy.
Explain how the social determinants of health may impact the global health issue you selected. Be specific and provide examples.
Using the WHO’s Organization’s global health agenda as well as the results of your own research, analyze how each country’s government addresses cost, quality, and access to the global health issue selected.
Explain how the health policy you selected might impact the health of the global population. Be specific and provide examples.
Explain how the health policy you selected might impact the role of the nurse in each country.
Explain how global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in both countries. Be specific and provide examples.
Part 2: A Plan for Social Change
Reflect on the global health policy comparison and analysis you conducted in Part 1 of the Assignment and the impact that global health issues may have on the world, the U.S., your community, as well as your practice as a nurse leader.
In a 1-page response, create a plan for social change that incorporates a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.
Explain how you would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.
Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact your local practice and role as a nurse leader.
Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice as a nurse leader represents and contributes to social change. Be specific and provide examples.
Assignment document should include:
Title page
Introductory paragraph
Global health comparison matrix
Plan for social change
Conclusion
References
