Who is a candidate for diabetes prevention?

“An estimated 80 million Americans have prediabetes, yet only one in 10 is aware of it.  Few patients take advantage of a prevention program like the Diabetes Prevention Program that can help them avoid type 2 diabetes.  Eligibility for participation in the evidence-based program is open to overweight and obese adults who have a recent blood test scores in the prediabetic range, or who score nine or more points on the CDC’s prediabetes screening test.  Have your patients or clients call 1-800-DIABETES to find Diabetes Prevention Programs in Colorado.”  [Source:  COPrevent]