The document discusses the need for diabetes education in the U.S. It notes that the number of diabetes cases is expected to triple by 2050 to 1 in 3 adults. Only about 1% of people with diabetes currently receive effective diabetes education, despite evidence it can reduce complications and healthcare costs by improving self-management behaviors. The document proposes expanding diabetes education teams to include community health workers and utilizing telehealth to help diabetes educators meet the growing demand.