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With a high incidence of type 2 diabetes in indigenous populations and limited access to healthcare, an interactive Web site may improve disease control. Input from Northern Plains' tribe members was used for the creation of a culturally sensitive Web site. The site was implemented for 24 weeks, with data collected at baseline and follow-up. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), exercise, diet, cultural activities, and social activities were recorded by participants and tested for statistical significance to assess the effectiveness of the program. Control of HbA1c was better in the intervention group than in the control group (P = .025), suggesting improved disease control and program effectiveness. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A questionnaire to determine medical practitioner perception of nutrition education for diagnosis of failure to thrive (FTT) was sent to 2 medical practitioner listservs. Participants were members of the professional listsery and practicing medical practitioners. A total of 312 practitioners from 41 states responded to the online survey. Twelve percent were extremely satisfied with their training for diagnosing FIT with an increased comfort level based on years of practice. Practitioners consider experience to be the leading type of training for making diagnoses. Sixty-seven percent of participants reported registered dietitian consultation with FTT diagnoses. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]