Tom Hanks reveals he has type 2 diabetes on 'Late Show'

Tom Hanks reveals he has type 2 diabetes on 'Late Show'

October 8, 2013, AT 6:03 am

By Randee Dawn, TODAY contributor

Tom Hanks on "The Late Show with David Letterman."

When Tom Hanks sat down with David Letterman on Monday's "Late Show," he surprised everyone by making a startling health announcement. He's been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. 

"I went to the doctor, and he said, 'You know those high blood sugar numbers you've been dealing with since you were 36? Well, you've graduated! You've got type 2 diabetes, young man,'" Hanks told Letterman (click through to the video of last night's show, and start at approximately the 15-minute mark).

"It's controllable," Hanks added quickly. "Something's going to kill us all, Dave."

Letterman said he too suffers from high blood sugar but controls it with diet.

Type 2 diabetes is the most common ofdiabetes, which occurs when the body does not properly metabolize insulin,according to the American DiabetesAssociation.

There was some good news, said Hanks, who was actually on the show to promote his new film "Captain Phillips." The doctor told him if he could maintain his high school weight he could get rid of the diabetes. Hanks said he told the doctor, "Well, I'm going to have type 2diabetes. Because there is no way I can weigh as much as I did in high school.'"

What was his high school weight?

"I weighed 96 pounds," said Hanks. "Most of that was that big white Afro that I wore back in the '70s."'

October 8, 2013, AT 6:03 am

By Randee Dawn, TODAY contributor

Tom Hanks on "The Late Show with David Letterman."

When Tom Hanks sat down with David Letterman on Monday's "Late Show," he surprised everyone by making a startling health announcement. He's been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. 

"I went to the doctor, and he said, 'You know those high blood sugar numbers you've been dealing with since you were 36? Well, you've graduated! You've got type 2 diabetes, young man,'" Hanks told Letterman (click through to the video of last night's show, and start at approximately the 15-minute mark).

"It's controllable," Hanks added quickly. "Something's going to kill us all, Dave."

Letterman said he too suffers from high blood sugar but controls it with diet.

Type 2 diabetes is the most common ofdiabetes, which occurs when the body does not properly metabolize insulin,according to the American DiabetesAssociation.

There was some good news, said Hanks, who was actually on the show to promote his new film "Captain Phillips." The doctor told him if he could maintain his high school weight he could get rid of the diabetes. Hanks said he told the doctor, "Well, I'm going to have type 2diabetes. Because there is no way I can weigh as much as I did in high school.'"

What was his high school weight?

"I weighed 96 pounds," said Hanks. "Most of that was that big white Afro that I wore back in the '70s."

The ADA Announces Exciting New Diabetes Insurance Changes!

The Affordable Care Act is bringing additional major health insurance changes for people with diabetes over the next few months, including—finally—the end of discrimination against people with diabetes in the health insurance market. No longer can an insurance company stamp “NO” on an application, simply because you or a family member has diabetes.

While these changes will benefit people with diabetes all over the country, we are aware that there is some confusion about how they will benefit you, your friends and your family.

That is why, at the American Diabetes Association, we are bringing you information about the Affordable Care Act to help you get insurance that best meets the needs of you and your family.

There are two important dates to keep in mind:

• On October 1, 2013, people can start signing up for health insurance through their state Marketplace. Coverage purchased in the Marketplace will go into effect as early as January 1, 2014. 
• January 1, 2014 brings a host of other changes including ending discrimination based on diabetes, ending lifetime dollar limits on benefits, and providing financial help to pay for insurance.

We have two new documents to help you understand both Marketplaces and the upcoming changes in health insurance rules related to diabetes. These documents are also available in Spanish.

In the Association’s new Q&A, “The Health Insurance Marketplace and People with Diabetes”, you will find a list of frequently asked questions about the new Health Insurance Marketplace opening in your state on October 1st. If you or anyone you know is uninsured or shopping for new coverage—or simply wants to explore other insurance options—this document will help you learn more about Marketplaces. The American Diabetes Association does not recommend specific health plans, but we want to provide you with an understanding of the new Marketplaces and link you to available resources for assistance. Click HEREto read the Q&A.

The American Diabetes Association’s new “Health Insurance Update: Protections for People with Diabetes” provides information on changes to health insurance rules which impact people with diabetes, including changes that are already in effect and some starting on the first day of the new year. We want to help you understand these changes and how they can benefit you, your friends and family. Click HERE to read the update.

Making sure that people living with, and at risk for, diabetes can access the care they need for optimal health is at the core of the American Diabetes Association’s mission. The new Marketplaces, coupled with the new health insurance rules, will help people with diabetes get the care and treatment they need. Please help spread the word about these changes by forwarding this email to friends and family affected by diabetes.

We appreciate your support and everything you do to Stop Diabetes^®.

Sincerely,

Karen D. Talmadge, PhD Chair of the Board, American Diabetes Association

 

P.S. Those who are seeking assistance in choosing a health insurance plan, or who want to learn more about the Marketplaces, can also visit www.healthcare.gov, or call 1-800-318-2596.

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Our Beyond Type 2 Diabetes Program lowers blood sugars and overall A1C by connecting people with Type 2 Diabetes to “Own their blood sugars.” –Beyond Type 2 Veteran. Providing support groups, yoga, and beginning level fitness we help utilize the information you have to go Beyond Type 2.
Our Individual Movement Therapy sessions are private appointments, specifically designed for your strength, fitness, movement and health goals.
Our Steele Fitness provides 2 levels of continuing, motivational, diabetes-specific fitness, for those wanting to attain and maintain non-diabetic A1C’s, with an out-of-gym experience including no mirrors, pressure, or machines.
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Job Details

Fitness trainers have a number of job responsibilities. They should be well-educated in the areas of human anatomy and physiology. Trainers perform physical assessments on new clients and decide on specific goals that the client should accomplish over the course of the training period. Trainers design and direct workout programs that are tailored to the patients' needs and goals, teach and demonstrate the use of gym equipment, observe patients exercise, and correct any improper techniques, maintain equipment, and administer first-aid if necessary.

Skill Requirements

Fitness trainers should be self-motivated, energetic, organized and responsible. They should be good communicators and attentive to their clients' needs, being willing and able to adjust workout programs at the last minute. They should be apt at coordinating schedules and managing time wisely and effectively. Being able to utilize and implement new technology, equipment and techniques is also an essential aspect of the fitness trainer.

Job Environment

Located in Seattle’s University District and Shoreline on Ballinger Way, Ramey Nutrition is a nutrition clinic offering individual and group nutrition counseling, support groups, yoga, and group and individual fitness. We take a patient-centered approach by listening to patient needs, providing nutritional and emotional support and individualizing treatment for our patients.
While our current patient services primarily consist of Eating Disorders treatment and recovery, Diabetes management and weight-management, it is our desire to build a strong team who can assist any patient with any nutrition/fitness-related issue. Desired areas of growth include: fitness for weight management, blood sugar control, increased body strength, stress management through movement, flexibility, and an accommodation for a variety of fitness levels and abilities

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelors or Masters degree

• Certified Personal Trainer and CPR-certified within first month of employment
• One (1) year experience working in a fitness related field
• Ability to work well independently with little supervision, and strong motivational expertice with resistance to movement
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively
• Strong counseling, teaching, and leadership skills
Desired Qualifications • Familiar with and interested in the psychological impact of movement and fitness
• Ability to organize, prioritize work, and handle multiple tasks
• Experience in and comfortable with leading groups

Schedule

Trainers should have flexible schedules in order to meet the varying schedules of our providers. Scheduling may vary depending on the Ramey Nutrition Location, and patient need. Some appointments with patients may last as short as 15 minutes up to two or more hours, depending on patient need, however this is all done under the guidance and direction of the Diabetes/Weight Management Director.

*If interested in position, please send resume, cover letter and completed answers to questions to Bonnie Atkisson Bonnie@rameynutrition.com

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