Alabama
Community Diabetes Support Group
"I am most proud of just being healthy today. Losing the weight is a bonus but I’m most thankful about reducing my chances of become diabetic."
- Christie Lussoro
Diabetes and heart disease runs in my family on both sides, so I knew I was at high risk. I was getting nervous because I didn’t ever want to be diagnosed with diabetes so I joined the Nimiipuu Diabetes Program. I was excited about getting started and couldn’t wait to begin an exercise program.
The program staff was so supportive and helped me customize a plan to suit my needs. They gently pushed me to increase my physical activity intensity level even when I would get frustrated.
I have lost 31 pounds overall, have more energy, and my old back problems have begun to fade away. I have learned that working out can be fun, relaxing and a great stress reliever.
Now my kids enjoy going with me to the fitness center which is also helping reduce their chances of having heart disease and preventing diabetes.
The Diabetes Program has given me access to a fitness center and fitness coordinator, nutrition services and valuable diabetes education that will have a long lasting, healthy impact on my entire family.
Diabetes Program Participants
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Diabetes Care Providers
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