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Deschutes County Health Services announced upcoming dates for the Prevent Diabetes Central Oregon programs. This year-long lifestyle change program is proven to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes in adults. Classes will be offered once per week on Zoom: Tuesdays, beginning Jan. 25, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, beginning Jan. 27, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Limited tablets and wi-fi hotspots will be available for participants who do not have access to a computer and internet. Who is Prevent Diabetes for? Adults with prediabetes a condition marked by higher-than-normal blood glucose (sugar) levels are 5 to 15 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than those with normal blood glucose levels. In fact, many people with prediabetes will develop type 2 diabetes within three years if they do not take steps to prevent it. It is estimated that one in three American adults has prediabetes. People can find out if they may be at risk for diabetes by talking to their health care provider or taking a ri

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