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News Release
UPMC NORTHWEST TO OFFER DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM January 6, 2009 — As part of a research study, the Diabetes Prevention Support Center of the University of Pittsburgh Diabetes Institute and UPMC Northwest will offer a Group Lifestyle Balance Program beginning Monday, Jan. 26. The program is for persons at risk for Type 2 diabetes and/or cardiovascular disease. To be eligible for the study, a person must be overweight and at least 25 years old, and have pre-diabetes (fasting blood glucose of 100-125 mg/dl) or metabolic syndrome (elevated blood pressure, large waist and abnormal blood fat levels). Study participants will learn about healthy eating and increasing physical activity, and will receive support to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Individuals can obtain more information by contacting Julie Carothers in the Diabetes Care Center at UPMC Northwest, 814-676-7771.
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