Final+Report

GO THROUGH EMAILS AND GET RELEVANT TOGETHER FOR APPENDIX!
 * Final Report** //due October 26th ?//

INTRODUCTION (CATH) CATH DO UP A FRAMEWORK FOR APPENDIX!!! - Background of diabetes and need to 'fix the gap' between oral and medical - Foundations of Health Promotion (theory, strategies and methods, setting for HP, implementation (assess need, plan intervention, evaluate) - Aim and Objectives

PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION (funding) - need identification process (written plan). Finding a need and designing a project to address it effectively (connie/rachel) - how initiative was developed - process of evaluation
 * change in the target group connie / rachel
 * correspondence with third parties/stakeholders KIM
 * design of education materials rachel / connie
 * Contacting people to present our final package KIM)

METHODOLOGY - data collection and analysis
 * questionnaires (CATH)
 * justification for methods
 * who participated, how and at what stage (third parrtire / poeple w diabetes, peer review, ADC, ADEA)
 * problems encountered and solutions kim
 * people we contacted/those helpful and those not so helpful (ALL)

RESULTS (500 words)( ALL contribute) - Summary of results to date in relation to objectives - Reaction to our material - project achievement - shortcomings and lessons learnt - potential impact

DISCUSSION (500 words) (MARIAS) - Our barriers/challenges (what detracted from the project/ hindered our progress or success. (funding) - What we achieved / Overall outcome i.e. how well we met our aim and objectives. If we did not meet them, why? - What we would like to achieve, given more time or if we could repeat the project. (improvements for next time)

CONCLUSION (200 words) - Summary of report

//**Okay guys, I think we should put all of our sections under here, to seperate the outline above from the actual report :)**// CAT - BLUE, MARIA - BLACK connie ORANGE Kim- GREEN Rach- PURPLE

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 * INTRODUCTION**


 * PROJECT IMPLEMETATION**

The PowerPoint and fast fact sheet was developed after extensive research on diabetes and oral health implications. The information needed to be concise, up-to-date and formatted in a way that was able to be comprehended by those without any dental knowledge. The PowerPoint was developed to present to HCW with the aim that it would develop the knowledge and skills to advise patients with diabetes about the importance of good oral health as part of diabetes management. A referral flowchart was also devised, to assist the HCW in guiding the patient to the most appropriate source of dental care, with details of the pathways for access to services. Finally, a patient education flyer was developed, containing facts about diabetes and oral health, a guide to basic oral care at home, and how to access dental care with a list of services and contact details. The fridge magnet was designed to act as a visual reminder to maintain a healthy lifestyle, keep diabetes in control and visit a dental professional regularly.

The design of the package was selected by the group and the format, colour, font and style were all selected to represent a clean, consistent design. Some initial images selected had to be changed due to copyright protection, however suitable images were sourced and implemented. The final design was then peer-reviewed by clinic tutor Nicole Brink, lecturer Clinton Kempster, and graphic designer Jeol Efthimiou to make any final adjustments, which were minor, changes to positioning of text or wording of information. Endorsements were also received from the Australian Diabetes Council and the Australian Dental & Oral Health Therapist Association, and their logo added to the flyer and magnet.

An application for funding was required to allow the package material to be produced. An application was forwarded to the Australian Dental & Oral Health Therapist Association (ADOHTA) to request for a $500.00 grant. This was approved, and 100 magnets and flyers were printed, as well as digital prints of the fact sheets and flowcharts.

The package was then collated which included:

- PowerPoint presentation on CD

- Fast fact sheet

- Referral flowchart

- patient education flyers

- Fridge magnets


 * METHOD**


 * RESULTS**


 * DISCUSSION**

There were a number of barriers and challenges that were encountered throughout this health promotion project (HPP). Initially, the target group of this HPP were general practitioners but soon we met our first barrier. These medical professionals were not confident in our project. Being confronted with this barrier was disappointing but after confiding with our mentors, a new approach was adopted. The new target audience changed to health care workers and people who are greatly exposed to people with diabetes, such as diabetes educators. These qualified workers embraced our project, allowing us to present our final package to them and requesting more of our resources. Developing our resources was another challenging aspect of this HPP, for different reasons. Ensuring that the images used in our products were copyright free needed to be overcome, constant editing of the information and receiving enough funding for printing our package were all time consuming challenges. However, any images that could not be used were simply replaced and manipulated using computer software, the editing process was long and painstaking but resulted in succinct and evidence-based information and all printing-fees were covered by the University of Adelaide or the Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapist Association. Obstacles surfaced throughout the course of this health promotion initiative but they were quickly and smartly resolved. Next, our achievements and potential outcomes will be discussed. The initial aims and objectives that were established were accomplished at the completion of our health promotion project. We determined the oral health knowledge amongst people with diabetes and health care workers through surveys. We developed a flyer and magnet aimed at people with diabetes, coupled with a PowerPoint and flow chart aimed at health care workers. Our package was presented to diabetes educators based at the Marion GP Plus Clinic and the Noarlunga Health Centre. While the many aims of our projects were achieved, the impact of our project could have been greater. Given more time, we would be able to distribute our material to a variety of organisations at the state and national levels. Furthermore, we would be able to conduct a more detailed evaluation regarding the reaction to our package. This was the only objective that was not fully completed due to the time restrictions. Despite the deadline of this project being October 2011, our group plans to continue with this health promotion. We are committed to seeing this project excel and have arranged to present it to more professionals in the following month. In essence, this health promotion initiative has been extremely successful in all of its stages.


 * CONCLUSION**

**(just some thoughts on what we might want to attach)** List of ALL of the people we contacted, successful or not!! Written Plan Appendix 1 Completed Diabetes and Oral Health Package Appendix 2 Initial Flyer and Magnet Design Appendix 3 Individuals with Diabetes Surveys Appendix 4 Health Care Professionals Initial Surveys Appendix 5 Third Parties Contacted Appendix 6 Correspondence with Third Parties
 * APPENDICIES**
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