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DOH-Palm Beach Hosts Diabetes Prevention Awareness Day Event in Recognition of National Diabetes Awareness Month

November 07, 2025

Contact:

Public Information Office
CHD50ContactUs@FLHealth.gov 
561-671-4013

Palm Beach, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County (DOH-Palm Beach) invites Palm Beach County residents to attend the Diabetes Prevention Awareness Day event on Friday, November 14, 2025. In observance of National Diabetes Awareness Month, recognized annually in November, this event emphasizes the importance of diabetes prevention and management. The event will be held from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at:
DOH-Palm Beach
800 Clematis St.
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Participants will receive educational materials and resources, nutritional tips, promotional items, and free diabetes risk screen assessments. Registration forms will be available on site.

There are two main types of diabetes. In type 1 diabetes, which is not preventable, the body cannot produce enough insulin, requiring insulin treatment. In type 2 diabetes, the body makes insulin, but the insulin does not work. Type 2 diabetes is most common; however, it can be preventable by practicing a healthy lifestyle.

Diabetes Prevention and Management


Several lifestyle factors can help individuals prevent or manage diabetes:

• Stay active: Regular physical activity helps the body use insulin more easily. It is recommended for adults to exercise 30 minutes per day, five days a week. Walking is one of the easiest ways to start.

• Nutritious eating: Healthy eating plays an important role in lowering the risk for type 2 diabetes. A diet with whole grains, healthy fats, non-starchy vegetables, and reduced sugar can help the body better regulate insulin.

• Manage stress: Adding stress-reducing activities into daily routines can help maintain normal blood sugar levels. Getting enough sleep is key to reducing stress. Adults should aim for seven to nine hours of sleep per night.

Type 1 Diabetes Early Detection Program

This year, the Florida Legislature passed Senate Bill 958, Type 1 Diabetes Early Detection Program. The Florida Department of Health, in collaboration with school districts throughout the state, has developed informational materials for the early detection of type 1 diabetes for parents and guardians of students. This program promotes early detection of type 1 diabetes in children by educating parents and guardians on risk factors, warning signs, screening, and recommendations.

Diabetes Prevention Program

The National Diabetes Prevention Program was created in partnership with public and private organizations to address this chronic disease by providing an evidence-based, structured lifestyle change program that can decrease people’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58%. For more information on DOH-Palm Beach’s Diabetes Prevention Program, call 561-840-4500 or email CHD50ContactUs@flhealth.gov.

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