FRESH START Diabetes Prevention Program

At the FRESH START Diabetes Prevention Program in Melrose Park, IL, we are dedicated to empowering adults at risk of diabetes through a supportive and comprehensive approach to health. Our program, available to patients of Loyola Medicine, MacNeal Hospital, and Gottlieb practices as well as the surrounding community, offers individualized coaching, group support, and vital education designed to promote lasting health changes. Participants benefit from a CDC-approved curriculum focused on effective weight loss, increased physical activity, and stress management, all under the guidance of trained lifestyle coaches and fellow participants who share similar goals. This year-long journey begins with 16 weekly sessions, transitioning to bi-weekly and then monthly follow-ups to ensure continued success. Eligibility is based on a score of 5 or greater on the CDC Self-Assessment Quiz or a prediabetes diagnosis, and due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, all classes are currently conducted online. Join us in taking these crucial steps toward a healthier future.