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Join a Lifestyle Change Program

If your blood test confirms you have prediabetes, join a CDC-recognized National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) lifestyle change program to learn how to make lasting lifestyle changes to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes:

  • Work with a trained lifestyle coach, who will help you take small, manageable steps that fit in your schedule and in your life.
  • Discover how to eat healthy and add more physical activity to your day.
  • Find out how to manage stress, stay motivated, and solve problems that can slow your progress.

Diabetes Prevention Program - South Heartland District Health Department

Smart Moves is South Heartland's CDC evidence-based diabetes prevention program that helps people with pre-diabetes or who are at risk for pre-diabetes.  The year-long program uses trained coaches who talk to you about your lifestyle, offer suggestions, and help provide accountability.

What will the program do for you?

  •   Provide lifestyle coaching and group support
  •   Help you learn to eat healthy
  •   Learn ways to be physically active
  •   Learn ways to overcome challenges
  •   Build skills to be successful

Call us today at 1 877 238 7595 to get registered for our new online Diabetes Prevention Program. 

By signing up for the Diabetes Prevention Program, you can take charge of your health and reduce the risk of developing diabetes.

 

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Community Health Improvement

The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is developed from the Community Health Needs Assessment. Priority objectives are developed to address determined priority areas of need. Collaborative work groups (1) evaluate data and trends to (2) develop goals and strategies to (3) implement interventions.

To view South Heartland District's CHIP progress, click here.

How Healthy Are We?

Local Health Data from the South Heartland District Health Department provides health information for residents of Adams, Clay, Nuckolls, and Webster counties. Three survey reports provide information on health behaviors, chronic health conditions, and the use of preventive services. Click here for more information

Vaccination Program

The Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program helps immunize children whose parents or guardians cannot afford it. This helps ensure that all children have a better chance of receiving recommended immunizations on time. Vaccines available through the VFC Program are those recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). These vaccines protect babies, young children, and teens from 16 diseases.