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The Y's evidence-based prevention programs bridge clinical care and health promotion/chronic disease prevention programming in a supportive environment.
YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program
The Diabetes Prevention Program helps adults at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. Participants will work together in a small group (in person, or through socially-distant platforms like teleconferencing, or virtual meeting platforms) to learn about healthier eating and increasing their physical activity to reduce their risk of developing diabetes.
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The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is part of the CDC-led National Diabetes Prevention Program.
What is Prediabetes?
Prediabetes occurs when blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. The risk of developing type 2 diabetes may be reduced or eliminated by weight loss, healthier eating, and increased physical activity.
| What is your risk score? 7 quick questions to see if you might be at risk. |
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| For each "yes" answer, add the number of points instead: | YES | NO |
| Are you a woman who has given birth to a baby weighing more than 9 pounds? | 1 | 0 |
| Do you have a parent with diabetes? | 1 | 0 |
| Do you have a brother or sister with diabetes? | 1 | 0 |
| Find your height on the chart below. Do you weigh as much or more than the weight listed for your height? | 5 | 0 |
| Are you younger than 65 years of age and get little or no physical activity in a typical day? | 5 | 0 |
| Are you between 45 and 65 years of age? | 5 | 0 |
| Are you 65 years of age or older? | 9 | 0 |
| AT RISK WEIGHT CHART | |||
| Height | Weight (in pounds) |
Height | Weight (in pounds) |
| 4' 10" | 129 | 5' 8" | 177 |
| 4' 11" | 133 | 5' 9" | 182 |
| 5' 0" | 138 | 5' 10" | 188 |
| 5' 1" | 143 | 5' 11" | 193 |
| 5' 2" | 147 | 6' 0" | 199 |
| 5' 3" | 152 | 6' 1" | 204 |
| 5' 4" | 157 | 6' 2" | 210 |
| 5' 5" | 162 | 6' 3" | 216 |
| 5' 6" | 167 | 6' 4" | 221 |
| 5' 7" | 172 | ||
IF YOU SCORED A 5 OR HIGHER, then you may be at risk for prediabetes or diabetes and may qualify for the program. This does NOT mean you have diabetes. You will need a blood test to confirm if you have diabetes.
For more information please contact Y Integrated Wellness at
(210)246-9668 or e-mail us!
Blood Pressure Monitoring
The purpose of the Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program is to assist adults diagnosed with hypertension to lower their systolic and diastolic blood pressure through the simple process of checking and recording their blood pressure at least twice a month over a four-month period. Participants in this program will work with a Healthy Heart Ambassador to:
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Self-measure their blood pressure at least twice a month
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Attend two personalized consultations per month
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Attend monthly nutrition education seminars
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The Y will provide options for participants who need a home blood pressure monitor.
For more information please contact Y Integrated Wellness at
(210)246-9668 or e-mail us!
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For more information on any of these programs please contact Y Integrated Wellness at
(210) 924-2277 or e-mail us!