A WELLNESS PROGRAM FOR PEOPLE WITH PREDIABETES

Thats not me...why should I care?

79 million people in the US have prediabetes. Millions dont know they are affected because symptoms often develop gradually and may not be noticeable. Some people report no symptoms at all. Prediabetes is when your blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. It is a strong indicator of that you have a critical health issue to address. Diabetes increases your risk for many serious health problems, among them: heart disease and stroke, blindness, kidney disease, nervous system disease, skin and foot complications.

Are You at Risk?

PREDIABETES CAN BE REVERSED! We can help!

The great news is prediabetes is often reversible with proper nutrition and exercise. With financial support from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, we are able to offer MSU Extensions National Diabetes Prevention Program in conjunction with Run for Your Heart. See reverse side for more details.

The first 20 people with prediabetes to register for MSU Extensions National Diabetes Prevention Program will receive a FULL SCHOLARSHIP to participate in the Run for Your Heart Fitness and Wellness program!

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A WELLNESS PROGRAM FOR PEOPLE WITH PREDIABETES - continued Am I at risk?

A combination of factors such as family history of diabetes, weight, gestational diabetes, and elevated cholesterol can put you at risk. Your doctor can determine your risk for developing diabetes through the following tests/results: Fasting plasma glucose test between 100-125 mg/d A1c between 5.7% and 6.4% Oral glucose tolerance test (2-hour plasma glucose) between 140 to 199 mg/dl

Can I participate in this special 12-month program?

To qualify for the program, you must be overweight and at high risk for developing diabetes, or overweight and have been diagnosed by a physician as someone with prediabetes.

What does the program entail?

In addition to the Run for Your Heart Fitness and Wellness Program, you will meet weekly with a lifestyle coach from MSU Extension beginning on June 24 and continuing for 16 weeks. After this initial period, you will meet monthly with your coach for 8 months, for a total of 1 year. These group meetings will provide the support, encouragement, information and tools you need to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. The weekly meetings will be held on Monday evenings from 5-6 at the YMCA of Saginaw, prior to the Run for Your Heart Fitness and Wellness Program training. Cost: $50 for 2013. Next years program will cost $225. Call Dawn Earnest at MSU Extension for details, 989-758-2514.

The first 20 people with prediabetes to register for MSU Extensions National Diabetes Prevention Program will receive a FULL SCHOLARSHIP for the Run for Your Heart Fitness and Wellness program! Call Dawn Earnesty at 989-758-2514 or email wilcoxd4@msu.edu to register for the diabetes program and we will take it from there!