Our mission is to improve health every day. To help fulfill our mission, we’ve made a variety of diabetes informational resources available to you. Please browse the links below to access information that will help you manage diabetes.
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What is Diabetes?
Is there a cure for diabetes?
What are the signs and symptoms of diabetes?
What are the types of Diabetes?
Am I at risk for diabetes? Take an online test.*
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Optima Health Diabetes Management Program
Sentara Diabetes Education Classes
Get a flu shot* (if recommended by your doctor)
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Your Game Plan to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes (.pdf)
All About Pre-Diabetes (.pdf)
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Tips for Teens with Diabetes: What is Diabetes? (.pdf)
Traveling with Diabetes (.pdf)
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Managing Your Medicines (.pdf)
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How You Can Help Your Loved One with Diabetes (.pdf)
Coping With Diabetes (.pdf)
Recognizing and Handling Depression for People with Diabetes (.pdf)
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Getting Started with Physical Activity (.pdf)
All About Physical Activity for People with Diabetes (.pdf)
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Take Care of Your Heart, Manage Your Diabetes (.pdf)
Medical Tests and Procedures for Finding and Treating Heart and Blood Vessel Disease (.pdf)
Taking Care of Your Heart (.pdf)
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Treating High Cholesterol in People with Diabetes (.pdf)
Protect Your Heart: Cook with Heart-Healthy Foods (.pdf)
Protect Your Heart: Choose Fats Wisely (.pdf)
Protect Your Heart: Check Food Labels to Make Heart-Healthy Choices (.pdf)
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Treating High Blood Pressure in People with Diabetes (.pdf)
Your Guide to Lowering Your Blood Pressure with DASH (.pdf)
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Eating Out With Diabetes (.pdf)
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See Your Future More Clearly (.pdf)
Dilated Eye Exams -- Frequently Asked Questions
- Why do I need an annual dilated eye exam?
Even if you can see fine, a regular dilated eye exam is an important part of vision care.
- How often do I need a dilated eye examination?
You should have a dilated eye examination at least once per year.
- Are dilated eye exams covered?
Yes. You are covered for a dilated eye exam once per year if you are a diabetic. Copayments may apply. See your plan documents for more information. For additional information, members can call the Optima Health Vision Care Services Center at 1-888-610-2268.
- How do I find a provider?
You have several options to find the nearest in-network provider:
-Visit Optima Health's Find A Doctor
-Visit eyemedvisioncare.com*
-Members can contact EyeMed directly at 1-866-939-3633
-Members can contact Optima Health at 1-888-610-2268
- How do I schedule an appointment with an eye care professional (optometrist or ophthalmologist)?
You can call the provider directly.
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