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National Diabetes Prevention Program classes now available in communities across Chicago – for FREE.

To connect to a program, please call 312-746-4835

If you live outside of Chicago, visit the Illinois CARES Find a Class tab to find a free online class now.

 

Quick Links


Click to view the following online resources for your organization and help spread the word.

MyPlate.gov > Tips for healthy eating

Myplate.gov is a great place to get information on the essential food groups you should be including in your meals. It’s run by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and they even offer an app and quiz to help keep you on track with your personalized eating goals.

Click here to view.

MyPlate.gov Recipies > Healthy recipe suggestions

Myplate.gov also has recipes for nearly every category you can think of so you can try some new meals while still maintaining health goals.

Click here to view.

CDC Pre-diabetes Prevention > Ways to stay physically active

One of the important ways to reverse pre-diabetes is to keep moving and engage in physical activity, which is why the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) promotes physical activity. Learn more about the basics, importance and data surrounding exercise from this CDC link.

Click here to view.

American Diabetes Association > Lean more about pre-diabetes

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is one of the most reliable sources for information on preventing type 2 diabetes.

Click here to view.

Diabetes Prevention Videos and Podcasts

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has an extensive resource for those who want to get info on diabetes prevention via podcasts or videos

Click here to view.

What is Prediabetes?

Watch this video to learn more.

Learn how you can reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes with exercise.

How can I start eating healthier?

Watch this video to learn more.

One in every three adults living in the U.S. has prediabetes – could you be one of them?

 

Watch this video to learn more.