Diabetes Prevention and Control
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E-mail: Diabetes@alaska.gov
Phone: 907-269-8035
Fax: 907-269-5446
Diabetes Prevention & Self-Management Programs
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What is the National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP)?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) created the National DPP o reduce the growing problem of type 2 diabetes in the U.S. An estimated 84.1 million adults in the U.S. (1 in 3) have prediabetes. What’s more, 90% of those with prediabetes do not know they have it. Prediabetes is a condition where your blood glucose (sugar) levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes. Without lifestyle changes (losing weight, being more active), many people with prediabetes will develop type 2 diabetes within 5 years. A key part of the National DPP is a structured lifestyle change program recognized by the CDC that focuses on lowering your risk of type 2 diabetes through weight loss, healthy eating, and physical activity. Trained lifestyle coaches guide participants through a year-long program that consists of 16 weekly sessions during the first 6 months, then 6 monthly sessions during the second 6 months of the program. Participants learn how to live a longer and healthier life by eating healthier, being more active, setting goals, overcoming barriers, reducing stress, and staying motivated. Research has shown that people with prediabetes who complete a CDC-recognized lifestyle change program and lose 5% to 7% of their body weight can cut their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58% or more, and these results persisted at 10 years follow-up.
National DPP Locations in Alaska:
In-person programs:
Online program:
Telephonic (Phone-based) program:
What is a Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) Program?
DSME is a program where people with diabetes obtain knowledge and life skills needed to change their behavior in a group setting. This program helps diabetics self-manage their disease and any other related conditions. The purpose of this program is improve the well-being of the person taking the program and provide them with a higher quality of life through informed decision-making about diabetes, improved self-care behavior, and have the skills necessary to problem-solve and actively collaborate with their health care team.
What types of DSME Programs are available in Alaska?
Alaska has three different types of DSME Programs.
1. Stanford Curriculum
- UAF Cooperative Extension - Health, Home and Family Development
2. Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) Curriculum
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American Indian/Alaska Native-specific DSME Curriculum,
Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI)
Where can I find Diabetes Self-Management Education and/or Prevention Programs in Alaska
Diabetes Management and Prevention Programs in Alaska
Anchorage
Barrow
Bethel
Copper Center
Dillingham
Fairbanks
Fort Yukon
Homer
Juneau
Kake
Kenai
Ketchikan
King Cove
- Eastern Aleutian Islands Association - Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI)
Contact: Douglas Finney
Phone: 907-497-4053
Kodiak
Kotzebue
Mentasta
Metlakatla
- Metlakatla Indian Community - Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI)
Contact: Judy Leisholm
Phone: 907-886-7946
Ninilchik
Nome
Prince of Wales
Saint Paul
Seward
Sitka
Soldotna
Wasilla
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- Stanford Curriculum DSME Programs
- DEEP Curriculum DSME Programs:
- AI/AN-specific DSME Curriculum
- Please contact the ANTHC Diabetes Program | E-mail: AKA-DIAB@anthc.org | Phone: 907-729-1900 or 855-882-6842
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To learn more contact: Diabetes@alaska.gov