In an effort to combat the ever-growing issue of prediabetes in Johnston County, the Public Health Department is rolling out its latest Diabetes Prevention Program starting on January 7. Aimed specifically at locals who've been identified as prediabetic or at high risk for the condition, the initiative signals a proactive step towards health education and lifestyle modification within the community.
The program, according to a recent social media post from the Johnston County Government, is free and open to all Johnston County residents in the target group. Running weekly sessions through January to April and continuing with monthly check-ins from May to October, the program promises to equip participants with tools and support to live healthier lives. Leading the sessions at the address 517 N. Bright Leaf Blvd., Smithfield, the Health Department is putting its resources front and center in the battle against diabetes.
Participants of the program can expect to receive guidance on increasing physical activity and improving their diet, alongside establishing achievable health goals and garnering peer support. Additionally, the program aims to significantly lower the risk of Type 2 diabetes, a goal that is more pertinent given the rising diabetes statistics nationally. Interested residents can check their risk for prediabetes by taking the CDC’s online test, and those seeking further information about the program are encouraged to call (919) 989-5200 or email [email protected].
