Diabetes Management and Diabetes Prevention Basics

Diabetes Management and Diabetes Prevention Basics in Olney, MD, is dedicated to enhancing community health through education and support, particularly within African American and Latinx populations. As part of Holy Cross Health's Equitable Wellness Initiative, our comprehensive programs are designed to reduce health disparities while empowering individuals to take control of their health. Our Diabetes Management Basics series offers three engaging classes focused on practical skills for managing diabetes, including blood sugar monitoring, meal planning, and increasing physical activity. Meanwhile, our Diabetes Prevention Basics course delivers essential information on preventing diabetes through simple lifestyle adjustments, such as making informed food choices, increasing movement, managing stress, and quitting smoking. Each course provides invaluable health and nutrition education, with the added benefit for participants completing the Management Basics series to receive a box of fresh produce from Hungry Harvest. Join us in taking proactive steps towards healthier living through our accessible virtual sessions.