RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — As 8News celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, it's a time to shine a light on the health challenges that disproportionately affect this community, including type 2 diabetes.

Every Tuesday and Thursday, you can find Dr. John Bucheit, a VCU pharmacist, at the Crossover Healthcare Ministry, helping people manage their diabetes medication.

"Type 2 diabetes is a progressive decrease in insulin secretion over time. Insulin is essential for managing our sugar and our glucose levels in our blood," Bucheit explained. "We're seeing that the prevalence of diabetes is really rising. The costs associated with diabetes are high, and patients need access."

Bucheit's work is critical, as volunteers provide care to thousands of uninsured patients across two clinics in Richmond and

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