CMHC-Based Integrated Health Program For People With SMI Reduced Risk Of Metabolic Disorder After Six Months

People diagnosed with serious mental illness (SMI) and other health risks related to metabolic disorder who participated in an integrated health care program called BE Well operated by a community mental health center (CMHC) were able to reduce their risk of developing metabolic disorder by losing weight, controlling blood sugar, reducing blood pressure, and reducing smoking. Six months after entering the BE Well program, the participants lost an average of 6.9 pounds. Among those who were at clinical risk of diabetes when they entered the program experienced an average reduction of 5% in their blood glucose levels, which reduced . . .