Lifestyle Change programs for individuals with diabetes and prediabetes are cost effective

“The average medical expenditures among people diagnosed with diabetes were 2.3 times higher than people without diabetes, according to the 2014 National Diabetes Statistics Report.

A recent study conducted at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center found that participants who were assigned to an intensive lifestyle change program focused on diet and exercise experienced statistically significant average savings compared to individuals assigned to a standard diabetes support program. Financial savings stemmed from fewer hospitalizations, shorter hospital stays, and a reduction in prescription medication usage.

The Community Preventive Services Task Force released an evidence-based recommendation in favor of programs that actively encourage those at increased risk for type 2 diabetes to eat healthier and be more physically active. The Task Force also concluded from the economic evidence that combined diet and physical activity promotion programs to prevent type 2 diabetes among people at increased risk are cost-effective.

The CDC-led lifestyle change program is the National Diabetes Prevention Program. Currently in Colorado there are over 20 recognized programs. For more information on the Diabetes Prevention Program in Colorado, please visit our informational website.” [Source: COPrevent]

Become a Lifestyle Coach to Deliver the CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program

“Viridian has added additional online training classes to become a Lifestyle Coach to deliver the CDC's National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP). Registration is now open and seats are limited. The training is a dynamic blend of independent learning and weekly live web-based discussions facilitated by a Viridian Master Trainer. Once registered, participants will receive instructions on how to access the online training platform. Throughout the online training, participants will have 24/7 access to technical support. Click here to view available training dates. Cost $495. Click here to register.” [Source: COPrevent]

Diabetes Prevention Program lifestyle coach training offered

“Viridian Health Management is offering online training classes to become a Lifestyle Coach to deliver the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Diabetes Prevention Program. The training is a dynamic blend of independent learning and weekly live Web-based discussions facilitated by a Viridian Master Trainer. Once registered, participants will receive instructions on how to access the online training platform. Throughout the online training, participants will have 24/7 access to technical support.

Click here for more information about the sessions. Cost is $495. Register at www.viridianhealthevents.com. Learn more about the National Diabetes Prevention Program at the CDC.” [Source: COPrevent]

Diabetes Prevention Program Webinars in March and April

“We invite you to join us to learn more about MAESTRO, a cloud-based software built to successfully implement and meet reporting requirements for the CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP).  On this webinar, you will learn how MAESTRO provides 8 critical functions for effective National DPP delivery - click here to learn more.

Register to attend the webinar April 3, 10am CST.”  [Source:  COPrevent]

NDEP Tools Available for National Diabetes Month

"In observance of National Diabetes Month, National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP) and its partners are Changing the Way Diabetes Is Treated by working together to help people better understand how to make the necessary changes in their day-to-day lives to prevent type 2 diabetes, manage diabetes to prevent complications, and live healthier lives.

NDEP has packaged diabetes prevention tools for organizations helping people make the changes they need to live healthier lives. Share this content by:

• Adding the "Make a change to live well" box to your organization's website
• Using the Promotional Tools to write social media messages, press releases, updates and articles 
• Following NDEP on Facebook or Twitter and sharing the messages"

[Source: COPrevent]

Expanding the National Diabetes Prevention Program Network— New Funding Available

A new funding opportunity announcement (FOA) has been released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The FOA is entitled PPHF 2012 - National Diabetes Prevention Program: Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Among People at High Risk, Financed Solely by 2012 Prevention and Public Health Funds.

Application deadline is Tuesday, July 31, 2012, 5:00pm, EST.  Click here for more information and to access the application package online.