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Prediabetes Risk Assessment
Over 38 million Americans have diabetes and 1 out of 5 does not know that they have it. The risk assessment serves several purposes. If you don't have diabetes, the assessment will help you understand your risk for getting diabetes in the future. If you aren't sure whether or not you have diabetes now, it will help you better understand the likelihood, including symptoms and how you can be screened for diabetes.
Diabetes Prevention Program
About Prediabetes
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 84 million American adults - or more than 1 in every 3 - have prediabetes. However, 90% of people with prediabetes are not aware that they have this. But don’t let the “pre” fool you. Prediabetes is a serious condition that places people at greater risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Those with prediabetes have a 30% likelihood of developing Type 2 diabetes within the next five years. Download this infographic from the CDC for more statistics like these.
There is good news though. Studies have proven that a program that focuses on improving diet while increasing physical activity and weight loss can decrease the chance of progressing to Type 2 diabetes by as much as 71%.
Are you at risk of developing diabetes?
If you’re not sure what your risk is, take the prediabetes risk test below. If you score a 5 or higher, follow up with your primary care provider to see if additional testing is needed.
Next Steps
Diabetes Prevention Programs
Owensboro Health has many opportunities for individuals looking to reduce their risk of developing diabetes.
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Prediabetes Education and Exercise Program (PEEP)
PEEP, is a 12-week diabetes prevention class designed and led by Healthpark dietitians and fitness coaches to help you reduce your risk of Type 2 diabetes. In this program, you will learn how to reduce your risk of diabetes through changing your eating habits, maximizing sleep and reducing stress. And you will get 30 minutes of exercise during each class!
Classes start January 21, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
To learn more about the program and for additional information, call 270-688-4804 or email DiabetesEducation@OwensboroHealth.org.
The Right Stuff
Learn what it takes to prevent Type 2 diabetes! Nearly 98 million Americans adults, more than one in three, have prediabetes, yet more that 80% don’t know they have it. Prediabetes puts you at increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
The Right Stuff in a one-time FREE class that provides you an overview of prediabetes. Participants will learn how healthy eating and physical activity can improve their health and reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Class are offered at the Healthpark. Register online or call 270-688-4804.
Owensboro Health has received full recognition from the CDC for our Prevent T2 program offered at the Owensboro Health Healthpark by trained lifestyle coaches.
For more information, call 270-688-4804 or email DiabetesEducation@OwensboroHealth.org.