Investigating Rising Rates of Diabetes in Conakry, Guinea
With the help of the Rosemary D. Mazzatenta Scholars and Gelfman Award, we were able to successfully conduct this virtual research project. The project focused on understanding the alarmingly growing rate of diabetes in Guinea, which would then be used to create a proposal. My partner and I were able to provide the resources that allowed virtual interviews, conversations, and in-depth research with physicians, nurses, public health officials, and patients diagnosed with diabetes on both a national and international level. Participating in these conversations allowed us to understand the need to propose successful preventative measures. Given that Guinea is a developing country that has limitations where it concerns medical treatment and resources, prevention proves to be crucial when hoping to combat the rising rates. These virtual interactions provided information that helped my partner and I propose a culturally sensitive preventative plan. With what we learned, we hope to pursue the President's Engagement Prize, in the hopes of creating a Diabetes Awareness and Prevention program that offers: affordable balanced diet options, recipes with traditional ingredients, educational workshops centered around healthy eating and exercising, and partnerships with religious and community leaders.
Comments
This research seems to be…
This research seems to be well-conducted and very informative. As a Haitian young woman, I can understand the lack of resources in a third-world country for health issues. I think that this has potential to make large strides not only for Guinea, but for underfunded countries all over the world. So glad to see students who look like me doing meaningful work, Great Job!
Very interesting and…
Very interesting and necessary research! I applaud you both for recognizing such an important topic and striving to make efforts to combat the issue. Can't wait to see the programs and measures this work will lead to. Best of luck!
Great Research for a Great Cause
I am very impressed by the presentation of this research. Even more so, I am excited to see the communal impact that Ms. Sall and Mr. Mascio will enact as they delve deeper into this subject.
Inspirational
I completely support this research as it can have endless beneficial implications for the health of Guinea. This project can alleviate many health challenges and adverse health consequences in residents of Guinea face beyond diabetes. For this reason and more, I hope you both continue to expand this project to other countries as well.
Impactful
This project is inspiring in its simplicity and efficacy. I am very excited to see two native Africans spearheading such projects in the continent.Your voice, action, and expertise is invaluable and much needed in this day and age. I wish you both nothing but the best on this endeavor.