According to the Shape Your Future initiative from the Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust, November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, and they are urging Oklahomans to make healthy choices to reduce the impact of diabetes in the state. Diabetes-related medical expenses cost Oklahoma around $2 billion annually, making prevention essential.
TSET’s executive director, Julie Bisbee, emphasizes the importance of creating opportunities for healthier choices to prevent Type 2 diabetes. Small changes in lifestyle can lead to better health in the long run, and Shape Your Future offers practical, family-friendly resources to help in this process.
The initiatives recommend active movement, healthy eating, good sleep, and regular checkups for risk assessment as preventative measures for diabetes. By taking these steps, families in Oklahoma can improve their overall health and well-being.
Overall, the Shape Your Future is dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes and encouraging individuals to take control of their health through healthier living habits. By making small changes now, Oklahomans can significantly reduce the impact of diabetes on themselves and the state as a whole.
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