ABCs of Diabetes

11/07/2025

November is ! Take advantage of the extensive resources available on the American Diabetes Association website at diabetes.org.

10/31/2025

The City of Indianapolis - Government is providing assistance to help people who are losing their SNAP benefits due to the government shutdown. The most updated information can be found at Indy.gov and click on "Emergency Food Assistance Resources" at the top.

10/22/2025

The Indianapolis Public Library will host the ABCs of Diabetes program at the Pike Branch in November. This is a free program taught by a nurse, dietitian, pharmacist, and social worker, and registration is required.

10/02/2025

Check out these healthy snack ideas from Healthline and consider adding a few to your grocery list. 🍎

Choosing healthy snacks doesn't have to be difficult when you have diabetes. Here are the 20 best snack ideas for those with diabetes.

09/29/2025

Check out the American Diabetes Association podcast Diabetes Day by Day where Neil Skolnik, MD, and Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM offer practical advice to everyday challenges of living with diabetes.

Diabetes Day by Day is a podcast intended for people with diabetes and their caregivers. In each episode, Neil Skolnik, MD, and Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, will discuss the everyday challenges of living with diabetes and will offer practical advice for overcoming those challenges. Join....

09/18/2025

The Marion County Public Health Department is offering a 4-part diabetes class at the Glendale branch of the Indianapolis Public Library. This series is for people with diabetes, pre-diabetes, and their support people. For more information, please call 317-221-2104 or send us a private message through Facebook Messenger. The program is free and space is limited. Registration is required at marionhealth.org/diabetes.

09/15/2025

98 Million Americans adults have pre-diabetes and 80% don't even know. The Today Show gave some great tips last week on what you can do to reduce your risk.

Continuous glucose monitors are trending for people without diabetes. Should you wear a CGM and can it help you lose weight? Experts discuss the benefits and risks.

09/08/2025

Join REACHMarionCo and Mary Ellen Pitts in 1 hour for a live Q&A to learn about healthy foods and how to make veggies taste irresistable.

08/11/2025

Start this 4-week walking plan with a 10-minute walk after dinner tonight. Walking after your highest-carbohydrate meal of the day can help you maintain steadier blood sugar levels.

Exercise is a great way to manage your blood sugar. Learn how walking helps your blood sugar and follow this easy walking plan to reap the benefits.

08/05/2025

Here's a chance to get a free A1C test by donating blood to the American Red Cross. Link to sign up below.

Schedule your donation now.

08/04/2025

Four-part series starts August 5th at 5:30 pm at Indianapolis Public Library Eagle Branch. Registration is required at marionhealth.org/diabetes

There's still time to register for our free diabetes program at the Indianapolis Public Library Eagle Branch. This is a 4-part program on Tuesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm. Register online at marionhealth.org/diabetes.

05/19/2025

Spots are still available for the June series at the Martindale-Brightwood Branch of the Indianapolis Public Library. This four-week program is free and offers incentives, but registration is required at https://marionhealth.org/diabetes Sign up today!