November is also designated as Diabetes Awareness Month. Take the time to learn about the risk factors for Type 2 diabetes, and the importance of early detection and management. The American Diabetes Association offers authoritative information including a 60-Second Risk Test and delicious healthy recipes just in time for the holidays; the Ohio State University Extension is hosting a free online series Noon-12:30pm Mondays throughout November; and Diabetes Dayton hosts an Expo on Nov. 1 in addition to serving as an excellent local resource. Check out the links below:
60-Second Risk Test for Type 2 Diabetes
The Agency is also hosting a free Healthy Living with Diabetes workshop at the Masonic Community in Springfield starting Nov. 18, and will have phone workshops starting in January – check this website calendar in December for winter 2026 offerings. Review the above information for yourself and share it with other people in your life.
