MERIDIAN PARTNERS WITH THE NATIONAL DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM TO HELP CURB DIABETES
Date: 03/07/23
Prediabetes is on the rise, affecting one in three adults. Many of those affected don’t even know they have it. Some factors that can put you at risk include:
- Family history
- Blood pressure
- Pregnancy
- Weight
A prediabetes diagnosis is serious. It should not be ignored. Without treatment, it could lead to type 2 diabetes. If not controlled, diabetes can harm the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States.”
The good news is that prediabetes can be treated. Lifestyle changes can lower your risks. These include:
- Reducing stress
- Eating healthy foods
- Exercising
Meridian knows that changing lifelong habits is not easy. To help you make these meaningful, healthy changes, we have partnered with the National Diabetes Prevention Program.
Members who enroll in the program receive a year of coaching and peer support. Visit chicagocaresdpp.org/ to learn more about this program.
Knowing your risk is vital. Take the first step in preventing type 2 diabetes. Visit the website and take an online prediabetes test. It is private, quick, and easy to take.
For a medical referral to the program, consult with any of the providers below:
Chicago Area
Provider | Location | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
Diabetes Management and Prevention Program | 1740 W. Taylor St., Chicago, IL 60612 | 312-996-7699 |
Erie Family Health Centers | 1707 W. Superior St., Chicago, IL 60622 | 312-666-3494 |
Mile Square Health Center | 1220 S. Wood St., Chicago, IL 60608 | 312-413-3282 |
Inner-City Muslim Action Network | 2744 W. 63rd St., Chicago, IL 60629 | 773-434-4626 |
Universidad Popular | 2801 S Hamlin Ave., Chicago. IL 60623 | 773-733-5055 |
HabitNu | 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza Ste. 1230, Chicago, IL 60654 | 773-952-9926 |
Chicago Suburbs
Provider | Location | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
AMITA Health Saint Joseph Hospital, Elgin Diabetes Services | 77 N. Airlite St. Diabetes Services, Elgin, IL 60123 | 847-695-3200 |
AMITA Mercy Medical Center Diabetes Services | 1975 Melissa Ln., Aurora, IL 60506 | 630-801-5728 |
St. Alexius Diabetes Services | 1555 Barrington Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 | 847-490-2929 |
Alexian Brothers Medical Group | 25 E. Schaumburg Rd. Ste. 200, Schaumburg, IL 60194 | 847-252-6090 |
Family Christian Health Center | 31 W 155th St., Harvey, IL 60426 | 708-596-5177 |
Alexian Brothers Diabetes Services | 800 Biesterfield Rd., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 | 847-347-5500 |
Central and Southern Illinois
Provider | Location | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
Memorial Weight Loss & Wellness Center | 320 E. Carpenter St., Springfield, IL 62702 | 217-788-3948 |
SIU Center for Family Medicine | 520 N. 4th St., Springfield, IL 62702 | 217-545-8000 |
Anderson Hospital | 6800 State Route 162, Maryville, IL 62062 | 618-391-6701 |
Rea Clinic | 4241 State Highway 14, Christopher, IL 62822 | 618-724-2401 |
Tazewell County Health Department | 21306 State Route 9, Tremont, IL 61568 | 309-925-5511 |
Community Health Improvement Center DBA Crossing Healthcare | 320 E. Central Ave., Decatur, IL 62521 | 217-877-9117 |
Paris Clinic | 727 E. Court St., Paris, IL 61944 | 217-465-8411 |
Clay County Hospital DSMES | 911 Stacey Burk Dr., Flora, IL 62839 | 618-662-2131 |
Western Illinois
Provider | Location | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
SIU Quincy Family Medicine | 612 N. 11th St., Quincy, IL 62301 | 217-224-9484 |
OSF Multi-Specialty Group | 3375 N. Seminary St. Galesburg, IL 61404 | 309-344-9697 |
Memorial Hospital Association | 1454 N. County Road 2050, E. Carthage, IL 62321 | 217-357-8500 |
Quincy Medical Group | 1025 Maine St., Quincy, IL 62301 | 217-222-6550 |
Other
Provider | Location | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
First Mile Care | Locations throughout Illinois. Call for more information. | 650-546-7148 |
Sources: chicagocaresdpp.org/ and cdc.gov/