Preventing diabetes means weight loss, exercise | The Columbian: An estimated 79 million Americans — about 35 percent of adults — have prediabetes, but the vast majority won't ever know they have the condition.
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• What: Diabetes Prevention Program: Washington State University Clark County Extension is preparing to begin two sessions of the community-based Diabetes Prevention Program created by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The program supports participants in making changes to reduce their risk for Type 2 diabetes, including losing weight and creating healthy eating habits.
• When: 16 weeks with meetings from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, beginning Jan. 28, or noon to 1 p.m. Thursdays, beginning Jan. 30. Followed by eight monthly maintenance sessions.
• Where: Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver.
• Cost: Program cost varies based on insurance coverage, income, use of flexible spending accounts and scholarships.
• Register: For more information and to register for the program, call Sandra Brown at 360-397-6060 ext. 5700.
At least, not until it develops into Type 2 diabetes.
"This is an epidemic," said Robin Hammon, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center.
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