It’s a lifestyle change that is supportive and motivating. PreventT2 is a CDC-approved curriculum proven to prevent or delay Type 2 Diabetes. This is done through sessions that focus on healthy eating, exercise, reducing stress, coping with challenges, etc. There are 26 sessions spread out over a year.
To join the program, a participant must be the following:
What is prediabetes? Prediabetes is having higher than normal blood sugar levels, but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. It can put individuals with prediabetes at an increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.
The Diabetes Prevention Program is a lifestyle change program that focuses on healthy eating and physical activity. Research shows that individuals with prediabetes, who participate in a structured lifestyle change program, can reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58%.
For more information regarding the program: