Diabetes
There are 652,000 people in Utah, 30.1% of the adult population, who have prediabetes with blood glucose levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. 1 in 3 American adults have prediabetes, and over 80% of those do not know they have it.
Prediabetes Awareness
- Condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal.
- With prediabetes, there is greater risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, or having a stroke.
- Good news is that if you have prediabetes, resources are available to make lifestyle changes:
CDC National Diabetes Prevention Program
USU Extension Create Better Health
Health.gov Move Your Way
Southern Utah Healthy Coalition – Email Us
Diabetes Awareness
- Long-lasting condition that affects how the body turns food into energy.
- With diabetes, your body doesn’t make enough insulin or can’t use it as well as it should.
- There’s no cure yet for diabetes, but losing weight, eating healthier, and being active can help. Additional things you can do to help:
Take Medicine as Prescribed
Use Self-management Education & Support
Make & Keep Doctor Appointments