Diabetes education can teach you how to manage your blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol.
A diabetes educator can help you learn how to manage your disease as part of your daily life.
Find out how to receive a glucose meter* and your diabetes supplies (test strips and lancets) with no copay. All active employees, spouses, and dependents on the AMERICAN Health Plan are eligible. Contact Wellness to learn more. *Glucose meters and supplies will be the brand currently preferred by the health plan.
*Glucose meters and supplies will be the brand currently preferred by the health plan.
OUT OF CONTROL BLOOD SUGAR CAN LEAD TO:
Increased risk for heart disease
Stroke
Blindness
Kidney Disease
MANAGING DIABETES
STARTS NOW!
WHAT IS DIABETES TODAY?
Diabetes Today is a diabetes management program that helps AMERICAN employees and family members more successfully manage or prevent diabetes. Provided at no charge, this program connects you with a Diabetes Educator who will create a plan to better manage blood glucose and overall health through meal planning, physical activity, monitoring and medication adherence.
WHAT DO YOU RECEIVE?
Free glucose monitor
No copay for strips and lancets
Access to a CDE, registered dietitian and personal trainer
4 hours of diabetes education annually (on company time with your manager’s approval)
GETTING STARTED
CONTACT WELLNESS TO GET STARTED.
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ENGAGE IN SUPPORT
Your Diabetes Educator will reach out to you and will assist you in managing your diabetes and monitoring your progress by connecting 4-6 times throughout the year.
You will receive: Diabetes Education Materials, a personalized meal plan, and exercise plan
PARTICIPANT GUIDE
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FAQs
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EXPERIENCE RESULTS
Through participation in the program you may enjoy not only improved quality of life but also ...
Better managed daily blood glucose (sugars) | Reduced A1c value | Reduced risk of complications
RESOURCES
Find a Diabetes Educator in your Area: Click Here
American Diabetes Association Tips
Meal Planning & Recipes: Click Here
Contact WellBody with any questions.