The “Reluctant” DPP Participant
The “Reluctant Participant”…… As we know, our DPP participants bring so much to our programs! At the same time, we recognize the variety of personalities that make up our wonderful groups. The question then becomes, “How do we respect the personalities of each participant and at the same time create an environment which encourages everyone […]
Jumping Into the New 2021 DPRP Data Submission and Recognition Requirements…Where Do I Begin?
As your National DPP transitions to the new DPRP Data Submission requirements, you may feel a bit overwhelmed. Where do I begin….Where can I go for help? The State of Wellness is here to reassure you that there are a multitude of resources to assist you on your journey! Where Can I Start? As a […]
More to Share!…NEW 2021 DPRP Standards
More to share as the CDC/NDPP released the NEW 2021 DPRP Standards. As a big reminder…first…don’t forget to download/copy the New 2021 DPRP Standards! Then….review the latest summary . So how do the updated 2021 Standards compare to the 2018 Standards? Basically, we see a lot of similarity between the two guides, with a few minor additions, changes along […]
What if I Want to Change or Re-create the NDPP Curriculum?
Whether you are a NDPP Coach wondering how you can adapt the T2 curriculum to another language…or….wondering if you can create an alternate curriculum, the NDPP Customer Service Center and the CDC provides specific guidance and work flow. So what are the details? According to the NDPP Customer Service Center, if you are interested in […]
Looking Forward in your DPP….What are your Program Goals for 2021?
I think we can all collectively agree….2020 in the Diabetes Prevention Program has been “interesting”! So…what have you witnessed, learned, and gathered from this past year of “COVID restrictions”? Here are some of the take aways coaches and coordinators have shared…. The virtual DPP is here to stay! It’s working and so many resources are […]
Addressing Physical Activity in the DPP–Documentation and Motivation!
Great questions continue to come in! Recently, Nancy and Erica were wondering about participant tracking and coach collection of Physical Activity data. So let’s start looking into this! When your DPP starts bi-weekly/monthly sessions, Nancy and her colleagues wonder what are the requirements of documenting physical activity? According to the 2018 DPRP Standards, “A yearlong […]
Thinking “Outside the Box” in the NDPP!
The numbers…….STAGGERING….. The total direct and indirect estimated cost of diagnosed diabetes in the United States in 2012 was $245 billion. Average medical expenditures for people with diagnosed diabetes were about $13,700 per year. About $7,900 of this amount was attributed to diabetes. An estimated 33.9% of U.S. adults aged 18 years or older (84.1 […]
Diabetes: Now a “Hidden Tax” for US Residents!
As DPP Leaders, we understand that the cost of Diabetes to our country is unsustainable…both in direct and indirect costs. Now we learn that the average annual cost of diabetes for the entire U.S. population rose 13% between 2012 and 2017, according to findings presented in Diabetes Care. In fact, the now annual $404 billion burden represents a hidden […]
Become a National Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coach!
The statistics are staggering….. **30.3 million with diabetes. ** 84.1 million with prediabetes, well on their way to becoming diabetic. **90% of those with prediabetes…Have.No.Idea!! The time is NOW to grow awareness of prediabetes/diabetes and the National Diabetes Prevention Program!! Check out the wide selection of training opportunities https://www.stateofwellness.org/schedule/. 100% on line…no travel expense or […]
“Healthy Living….the Best Revenge”
A worthy read!! A great reminder of some of the fundamental principles underlying the NDPP!! The evidence is indisputable — the role of health eating and physical activity (and eliminating tobacco use) in the development of chronic diseases, like Type II. “How, Now”, Dr. David Katz, MD, MPH, FACPM, FACLM: http://davidkatzmd.com/article/how-now/ “Essentially, what this story […]