Diabetes Prevention & Control Program

Overview

The Diabetes Prevention & Control Program promotes awareness, prevention, education, and self-management support related to diabetes and related chronic health conditions.

The program encourages healthy lifestyle changes and community-based prevention strategies designed to reduce diabetes-related complications and improve long-term health outcomes throughout Guam.

Program Activities

• Diabetes prevention education
• Nutrition and healthy eating awareness
• Physical activity promotion
• Self-management education support
• Community outreach initiatives
• Public awareness campaigns
• Wellness education events
• Health promotion activities
• Resource and referral support
• Community collaboration efforts

Areas of Focus

Prevention and Awareness

The program encourages early awareness of diabetes risk factors and promotes healthy lifestyle practices.

Healthy Living

Education efforts emphasize balanced nutrition, physical activity, and wellness habits that support long-term health.

Self-Management Support

Individuals living with diabetes are encouraged to learn strategies that support disease management and overall wellness.

Community Engagement

The program partners with community organizations and healthcare providers to increase awareness and outreach.

Program Goals

• Reduce diabetes risk factors
• Increase awareness of diabetes prevention
• Promote healthier lifestyles
• Support chronic disease management education
• Improve long-term community health outcomes
• Encourage early intervention and wellness practices

Community Impact

The Diabetes Prevention & Control Program helps strengthen Guam’s chronic disease prevention efforts through education, outreach, and wellness initiatives that encourage healthier lifestyles and increased public awareness.

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