Diabetes Prevention

What is it?

This program is designed to prevent diabetes and are for those who are considered in the pre-diabetic state. Pre-diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not yet high enough for a diagnosis of diabetes. People with pre-diabetes are more likely to develop diabetes within 10 years and also are more likely to have a heart attack or stroke.

The risk factors for pre-diabetes are:

Age - The risk of pre-diabetes increases with age
Overweight - Defined as a body mass index (BMI) >25 (>23 if Asian American or >26 if Pacific Islander)
Blood Pressure - 140/90 mm/Hg
Abdnormal Lipid Levels - HDL cholesterol <40 mg.dL for men and <50 mg/dL for women; triglyceride level >250 mg/dL
Family History - Paren, brother, or sister with diabetes
Ethnicity - African American, American Indian, Asian American, Hispanic/Latino or Pacific Islander heritage
History of gestational diabetes - or gave birth to at least one baby weighing 9 lbs of more
Inactive Lifestyle - exercises less than three times a week.

This program is not for those that are already diagnosed as Diabetic. It is a one-on-one program that will last approximately 8-10 weeks. Participants will receive information on Exercise, Nutrition, Weight Management, and Stress Management. This program is not a temporary plan, but a lifestyle change.

What is the Cost?

$35.00 for students & employees, which will need to be brought to the first session. ($20.00 is for the lipid test, $5.00 is for the insulin test, and $10.00 for program costs).

TO SIGN UP FOR THE DIABETES PREVENTION PLEASE FILL OUT THIS FORM & A HEALTH EDUCATOR WILL CONTACT YOU FOR AN APPOINTMENT.
ON-LINE FORM

***This program is based off of the National Institute of Health and their Diabetes Prevention Program.