The Belize Diabetes, Heart and Stroke Association of New York has been engaging in a variety of activities aimed at raising awareness, providing support, advocating for policy changes, funding research, and promoting education about diabetes. Here are some common types of work that BDHSANY has been undertaking over the last decade.

• Awareness Campaigns: Organizing campaigns to raise public awareness about diabetes, its risk factors, symptoms, and complications.
• Education Programs: Offering educational resources and programs to individuals living with diabetes, their families, healthcare professionals, and the general public. This may include workshops, seminars, webinars, and educational materials.
• Support Services: Providing support services such as counseling, support groups, hotlines, and online communities for individuals living with diabetes and their caregivers.
• Advocacy and Policy Change: Advocating for policies and regulations that support diabetes prevention, management, and access to care. This may involve lobbying government officials, participating in public health campaigns, and raising awareness about legislative issues.
• Research Funding: Funding and supporting research projects aimed at better understanding the causes of diabetes, improving treatment options, and finding a cure.
• Community Outreach: Engaging with communities to provide screenings, health fairs, and other outreach programs to identify individuals at risk for diabetes and promote healthy lifestyle choices.
• Medical Supplies and Financial Assistance: Providing access to diabetes-related medical supplies, medications, and financial assistance programs for individuals who may struggle to afford them.
• International Collaboration: Collaborating with other diabetes organizations, healthcare professionals, and researchers globally to share best practices, resources, and knowledge.
• Public Health Campaigns: Launching public health campaigns to promote healthy behaviors, such as regular exercise, healthy eating, and smoking cessation, which can help prevent or manage diabetes.
• Training Healthcare Professionals: Offering training programs and resources for healthcare professionals to improve their knowledge and skills in diabetes prevention, diagnosis, and management.

Overall, BDHSANY plays a crucial role in addressing the growing epidemic of diabetes by raising awareness, providing support, advocating for policy changes, and promoting education and research efforts.