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WHO WE ARE: The DiabetesHealthCheck program is a mobile prevention program whose goal is to improve the health and wellness of the community and promote healthy lifestyles, with a focus on prevention and management of diabetes. We will accomplish this by offering FREE diabetes screening and education to the people of Wayne County.
The mission of the UNC Health Wayne Diabetes HealthCheck Program is to improve the health and wellness of the community and promote healthy lifestyles. The program focuses on the prevention of type 2 diabetes and the management of individuals with prediabetes in Wayne County, NC.
Know Your Risk, Know Your Response
WHAT WE DO
The Diabetes HealthCheck program provides free mobile screening events to identify risk factors associated with type 2 diabetes. These screenings are offered at no cost to participants and host sites, making it easy for community members to access vital health information where they live, work, and gather.
Prediabetes Risk Test
Height, Weight, and BMI
Blood Pressure
Hemoglobin A1C
UNC Health Wayne Diabetes Prevention Program is proud to be recognized as a leading provider of diabetes prevention services in the area. Our program incorporates evidence-based interventions proven to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, guided by an interdisciplinary team of qualified and dedicated staff who are committed to supporting individuals on their journey to better health. Discover what sets our program apart and why we are the top choice for individuals seeking to prevent diabetes.
Screenings
Education/Counseling
Resources
Calendar
WHERE TO FIND US
Upcoming Class Calendar
We offer diabetes screening opportunities for Wayne County residents, free of charge.
We travel to businesses, churches, and public venues! Contact us to set up an event today. Or click on the button below to find an event near you.
If you are at risk of developing diabetes, we offer education and classes to help prevent the progression of type 2 diabetes.
Approximately 1 in 3 American adults have prediabetes and most of them do not know it. The CDC now projects that on average at least 34.5% of all adults across the United States have prediabetes, and North Carolina may exceed that average. The prevalence jumps higher among adults 65 years or older.
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What is a hemoglobin A1C?The hemoglobin A1c is a test that measures your average blood sugar over a period of two to three months. It may be performed if you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The test is performed by having a fingerstick blood specimen collected. You will receive the results within minutes of having the test performed.
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What is BMI?A BMI (body mass index) calculation estimates your body fat percentage based on your weight and height. Being overweight or obese is strongly correlated with increased risk for type 2 diabetes. Screening staff will determine your BMI during the screening event.
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What is Type 1 Diabetes?Type 1 diabetes is a condition where the body stops making insulin, a hormone that helps control blood sugar. Without insulin, blood sugar levels get too high. People with type 1 diabetes need to take insulin every day to stay healthy. It usually starts in children and young adults but can happen at any age. It is not caused by diet or lifestyle and cannot be prevented.
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What is Type 2 Diabetes?Type 2 diabetes is a condition where the body doesn’t use insulin properly, causing blood sugar levels to rise. Over time, the body can’t make enough insulin to keep blood sugar levels normal. This type of diabetes usually develops in adults but can occur at any age. It is often linked to being overweight, inactive, or having a family history of diabetes. Type 2 diabetes can be managed through healthy eating, regular exercise, medication, and sometimes insulin. Unlike Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 can often be prevented or delayed with lifestyle changes.
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What is Prediabetes?Is a health condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but are not high enough to be diagnosed with diabetes. Prediabetes is considered a warning sign of type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes can be reversed my making healthy lifestyle changes. If you are at high risk for type 2 diabetes or have prediabetes it is important to take action now to prevent it progressing to the chronic disease of type 2 diabetes.
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Why is it important to prevent Type 2 diabetes?Type 2 diabetes is a life-long condition that is associated with many complications and increased risk for death. Persons with type 2 diabetes are at risk for significant health effects that can affect the quality and length of life. Some of the complications of type 2 diabetes include: eye problems, foot and leg problems that can lead to amputation, heart attack and stroke, kidney failure, nerve damage and pain, gum disease and other mouth problems, increased risk for infection, and skin conditions with poor wound healing,
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If I am at increased risk for diabetes or have prediabetes how can I prevent it from progressing to Type 2 diabetes?Making healthy lifestyle changes are the best way to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. To help prevent type 2 diabetes and its complications, people should: reach and keep a health body weight stay physically active with at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity every week eat a healthy diet and avoid sugar and saturated fat not smoke tobacco.
The mission of the UNC Health Wayne Diabetes HealthCheck Program is to improve the health and wellness of the community and promote healthy lifestyles. The program focuses on the prevention of type 2 diabetes and the management of individuals with prediabetes in Wayne County, NC.
If you would like to contribute to this program in memory or honor of someone please contact the Wayne Memorial Hospital Foundation at 919-440-1801 or visit www.waynememorialhospitalfoundation.org
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