Beebe Healthcare is organizing two classes for the National Diabetes Prevention Program in Ocean View and Millsboro.

The program features a CDC-approved curriculum with comprehensive resources, delivered by four trained lifestyle coaches. Participants benefit from weekly sessions during the first four months, followed by ongoing support groups, and practical strategies for healthy eating and physical activity. The curriculum includes proven stress management techniques and sustainable lifestyle modifications.

Research shows that participants who follow the program can reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by up to 58% (71% for those over 60).

Program Eligibility

To qualify for the program, participants must be 18 years or older and have a BMI of 25 or higher. They must not have been previously diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes or end-stage renal disease. Additionally, participants should either have a prediabetes diagnosis, previous gestational diabetes, or test as high-risk on the prediabetes risk assessment.

Class Schedule and Locations

Ocean View class begins March 25 and will meet on Thursdays from 1-2 p.m. at the Ocean View Church of Christ on 55 West Avenue, Ocean View.

The Millsboro class began on Feb. 26, but there is still time to enroll. The class is on Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. at the Millsboro Public Library at 217 West State Street.

For more information about the National Diabetes Prevention Program or to register, please contact Stacie Gosting by phone at 302-645-3100 ext. 70601 or by email at [email protected].

Beebe Healthcare is a not-for-profit community healthcare system with a charitable mission to encourage healthy living, prevent illness, and restore optimal health for the people who live in, work in, and visit the communities we serve. Beebe Healthcare has three campuses: the Margaret H. Rollins Lewes Campus, which houses the medical center; the Rehoboth Health Campus; and the South Coastal Health Campus. Beebe Healthcare offers primary care as well as specialized services in the areas of cardiovascular, oncology, orthopaedics, general surgery, robotic surgery and women’s health. Beebe also offers walk-in care, lab, imaging and physical rehabilitation services at several locations throughout Sussex County, in addition to a home health program and a comprehensive community health program.

For more information about Beebe Healthcare, visit beebehealthcare.org.