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Diabetes Prevention Program

The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is a year-long, evidence-based lifestyle change program for prediabetic adults. Prediabetes is a medical condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to warrant a type 2 diabetes diagnosis.

Cover Story: Open enrollment keeps counselors busy

Kelly G. Loeb knows how to navigate through the informational maze in Medicare and Medicaid.

She was among four experienced, certified counselors to provide Medicare 101 basics at the Johnson County Central Resource Library in Overland Park. Sponsored by the Johnson County Area Agency on Aging, 26 people signed up for the class ahead of time. More than 50 attended the presentation.

Prevent Resources

Helpful links to help Johnson County residents for disease prevention.

Tobacco Cessation

There are many initiatives and resources in Johnson County working hard to help people quit and to ensure our youth population never starts.

Blood Pressure Management

Take a look at how LiveWell Johnson County is partnering with community organizations to help patients find education and support to manage their blood pressure.

Eat Resources

Helpful links to help Johnson County residents to eat healthy and nutritious.

Recipes

Research has shown that people who cook most of their meals at home consume fewer calories, less fat and less sugar than those who cook less or not all, even if they are not trying to lose weight.
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