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Type 2 Diabetes is Preventable

Learn about Prediabetes

Prediabetes often has no symptoms, but it is important to know where you stand. Take a quick assessment to find out if you are at risk.

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Healthy Living Topics

  • Chronic Disease Prevention – Home
    • Cholesterol
    • Diabetes
    • Healthy Eating
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Physical Activity
    • Tobacco Prevention

Healthy Living Resources

Diabetes

  • www.diabetes.org/
  • www.nutrition.gov/topics/diet-and-health-conditions/diabetes
  • www.cdc.gov/diabetes/prevention/
  • www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/index.html

Heart Health

  • www.millionhearts.hhs.gov/tools-protocols/tools.html
  • www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/weight-management
  • www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/index.htm
  • www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/index.htm

Physical Activity

  • www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/index.html
  • OASH - Move Your Way Community Resources

Healthy Eating

  • www.myplate.gov/
  • www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dash-eating-plan
  • www.nutrition.gov/topics/healthy-living-and-weight

Tobacco Prevention

  • www2.heart.org
  • www.cdc.gov - e-cigarettes
  • www.tobaccofreekids.org/
  • www.cdc.gov - secondhand smoke
  • www.truthinitiative.org
  • www.becomeanex.org/

Check out what’s happening across District 2

District 2 Public Health

24 hours ago

District 2 Public Health
🥁 INTRODUCING: "Building Healthy Families" A new program is launching soon to help families make healthy eating and physical activity possible in their busy, everyday lives! 🍓🥕🏃‍♀️Healthy habits start at home, and we're here to support! You'll recieve practical tools, knowledge, and encouragement to build life-long healthy habits that fit into your family's routine.Here's what you need to know: 🔹Designed for children ages 6–12 who are above a healthy body weight and focuses on helping the whole family make small, positive changes that lead to healthier habits🔹Includes 10-12 weekly sessions here in Gainesville, Georgia🔹Effective and fun for the whole family🔹Connect with other families working towards similar health goalsBe on the lookout for more details about the upcoming informational session! 🔍🌐 Want to learn more about the program? Visit: phdistrict2.org/in-the-news/community-events/building-healthy-families/ #BuildingHealthyFamilies #HealthyHabits #ChronicDiseasePrevention #District2PublicHealth ...

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4 days ago

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Enjoy the latest release of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Newsletter, EP News and Views! 📖🎃This edition highlights the recent Healthcare Coalition meeting, as well as the fall flu drive-thru clinics hosted by the county health departments. With cooler weather on the way, check out the tips inside to prepare for the season ahead! Stay protected and prepared! 🧡#EmergencyPreparedness #fluseason #fluvaccine #ColdWeatherPreparedness ...

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1 week ago

District 2 Public Health
‼️Attention Hall County Residents: A dog in the area of Clermont recently tested positive for rabies in Hall County, Georgia.‼️If you suspect that you or your animal(s) have been in contact with any rabid animal, or if you notice your pet displaying any symptoms of rabies, please immediately call Hall County Animal Services at (770) 531-6830. 🌐 To learn more about the rabies case, please visit: phdistrict2.org/uncategorized/hall-county-positive-rabies-case-october2026/#Rabies #hallcountygeorgia #district2publichealth ...

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