VISTA, CA – In honor of Diabetes Awareness Month, Vista Community Clinic (VCC) is emphasizing the importance of early intervention and comprehensive care for diabetes management. VCC’s Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) program offers essential services to support individuals in managing and preventing complications associated with type 1, type 2 diabetes, and pre-diabetes. Since launching in January 2024, VCC’s program has helped participants reduce their A1C levels by an average of 1.5%, significantly outperforming the national DSMES average of 0.6%.
At VCC, our clinicians and programs empower patients to gain control over their diabetes through expert-led education, personalized care plans, and comprehensive support. Patients gain tools and knowledge for managing their health, from understanding the symptoms and progression of diabetes to making sustainable lifestyle adjustments, with on-site care options.
“Diabetes Awareness Month” is a reminder that early intervention can make a significant difference in managing this chronic condition. By recognizing the symptoms of diabetes—such as increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, and blurred vision—community members can seek diagnosis and treatment earlier, leading to better health outcomes,” said Kerry Stavinoha BSN, MSN, VCC Chronic Disease Program Manager.
For individuals at risk of developing diabetes or those already living with the condition, VCC’s program provides a comprehensive approach to diabetes care, with a focus on early diagnosis and preventative support. With November marking Diabetes Awareness Month, VCC encourages community members to schedule a consultation to assess risk factors, understand the symptoms of diabetes, and explore effective strategies for self-management. Early intervention and consistent care are key to maintaining quality of life and managing diabetes effectively.
To learn more about VCC’s diabetes services and to join the program, visit www.vcc.org or call 844-308-5003 ext. 8054.
About Vista Community Clinic
With twelve state-of-the-art locations in North San Diego, Orange and Riverside Counties, VCC provides affordable, high quality health care to more than 70,000 community residents. Services offered by VCC include primary care, pediatrics, prenatal and women’s health, optometry, chiropractic care, dental health, podiatry, acupuncture and behavioral health services. VCC also offers a wide array of community health education programs which are free and open to all community residents. VCC is recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) as a Patient-Centered Medical Home at eight of its clinic sites and within its behavioral health department, and is the recipient of the HRSA National Quality Leader Seal for exceeding national clinical quality benchmarks. For more information call 760.631.5000 or visit www.vcc.org.
