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Chronic Disease Prevention Program

The Chronic Disease Prevention Program works with federal agencies, state programs, and community partners to help address the risk factors associated with chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension. We work to make sure that the healthy choice is the easy choice for Wyoming communities.

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Chronic Disease Prevention Program Manager

307-777-3579

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Virtual Diabetes Prevention Program

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Bringing Health to YOU

The Chronic Disease Prevention Program has partnered with Intertribal Wellness to provide a 100% virtual Diabetes Prevention Program that is available at no cost to any eligible Wyoming resident over the age of 18 who is at risk for developing type 2 diabetes.

Intertribal Wellness will give you the tools to reduce your risk for Type 2 diabetes and build healthy habits that will last a lifetime. You can do this program from the comfort of your own home or from anywhere with an internet connection!

Take the Prediabetes Risk Test

Are you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes?

1 in 3 adults in Wyoming are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes and over 80% of them don’t even know it. Our one-minute Prediabetes Risk Test can help you determine if it’s time to start taking small steps toward a healthier future today.

Find out if you are at risk!

Prediabetes is Reversible – Take Control of Your Future

Did you score 5 or more on the risk test? You may be at risk of prediabetes, which can lead to type 2 diabetes. 

In many cases, simple lifestyle changes can greatly improve your chance of preventing type 2 diabetes. The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is a lifestyle change program that can help you make lasting changes to prevent type 2 diabetes.

Enroll in the Free Virtual Diabetes Prevention Program

Start your enrollment by taking the Pre-Screening Assessment to find out if you are eligible.

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With this year-long online program, you will get:

  • An evidence-based curriculum. 
  • Live coach support through the Trainerize App to help you achieve your goals.
  • Exercise ideas and suggestions created by a personal trainer.
  • Recipe ideas and nutritional support throughout the program.
  • Access to tracking devices to follow your progress from home.

Why join a Diabetes Prevention Program?

Here are just a few of the benefits of completing this lifestyle change program:

  • Better chance of success – With consistent effort, you’ll see results that last.
  • Gain new skills – You’ll receive nutrition education, learn how to stay physically active, and explore effective strategies for managing stress and improving overall wellness.
  • A coach who cares – You’ll partner with trained professionals who will guide and empower you to achieve better health. 
  • Become part of a community – You’ll celebrate your successes and overcome challenges with the support of other program participants who have the same goals as you.

Are You Eligible to Join?

National DPP lifestyle change program eligibility infographic

To participate, you must meet ALL 4 of these requirements:

  1. Be 18 years or older.
  2. Have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher (23 or higher if you’re an Asian American person).
  3. Not be previously diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
  4. Not be pregnant.

You’ll also need to meet 1 of these requirements:

  1. Had a blood test result in the prediabetes range within the past year (includes any of these tests and results):
    • Hemoglobin A1C: 5.7%-6.4%
    • Fasting plasma glucose: 100-125 mg/dL
    • 2-hour plasma glucose (after a 75g glucose load): 140-199 mg/dL
  2. Be previously diagnosed with gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy).
  3. Received a high-risk result (score of 5 or higher) on the Prediabetes Risk Test.

Start your enrollment to determine your eligibility and a representative from Intertribal Wellness will contact you shortly!

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