Free Upcoming Class - National Diabetes Prevention Program 

Lake County – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will be starting a second session of the National Diabetes Prevention Program starting:
 
Thursday, June 23, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Clermont Health Center
875 Oakley Seaver Drive, Clermont FL
 
The National Diabetes Prevention Program is a 12 month program that consists of 16 weekly one hour core sessions followed by 6 monthly follow-up sessions that provide tools to eat healthy, be more active and lose weight.
 
Pre-diabetes is when your blood sugar level is higher than normal but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as Type 2 Diabetes.
 
You may be at risk for Type 2 Diabetes if you:

• ·         Are overweight
• ·         Are 45 years of age or older
• ·         Have a family history of Type 2 Diabetes
• ·         Are physically active fewer than 3 times per week
• ·         Had gestational diabetes or gave birth to a baby that weight more than 9 pounds.

To register or if you have any additional questions please call 352-589-6424 Option 3.  See your doctor to get your blood sugar tested today.
 
About the Florida Department of Health
 
The department, nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, works to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts.
 
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