Registration is open for next class series
On September 26, the CDC Diabetes Prevention Program group at Lawrence County Health Department completed their last class of the year-long lifestyle change program. All participants present shared how much the class has helped them be more aware of their eating and physical activity.
Incorporating the 9 who completed the program, over 100 pounds have been lost. The class, who was at high risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes, continues to work toward a healthier lifestyle and, with this, they are preventing or delaying additional health problems including Type 2 Diabetes. Many of the class have met their 5% weight loss goal and the others are still working toward this goal and beyond. Lifestyle changes work! Studies through CDC have declared the Diabetes Prevention Program research and evidence-based to reduce the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes by 58% for those who complete the program. If you happen to see any of those participants pictured, please take the time to tell them congratulations! Their commitment will benefit them for a lifetime!
Lawrence County Health Department would like to invite you to join our next year-long Diabetes Prevention Program and help you prevent or delay a Type 2 Diabetes diagnosis. We invite you to come October 11 at 5:00pm to the Health Department for an information session. We encourage you to ask any questions that you may have about the program set to start Tuesday, October 18. We will explain more about participation requirements along with the 16 weekly sessions to be completed the first 6 months and the 6 monthly sessions that follow.
This meeting on October 11 is just to get more info so you can decide if the program is right for you. You are under no obligation to join on this date. However, class size is limited and you must register before the first class date, October 18. If you have any additional questions please call the Lawrence County Health Department at 606-638-9500.
By Ashley Wilks
