Diabetes Prevention and Remote Patient Monitoring

Diabetes Prevention and Remote Patient Monitoring

The National Diabetes Prevention Program, or National DPP, is an alliance of public and private organizations that work to reduce the growing problem of prediabetes and Type-2 Diabetes in the United States.

Alivio Medical Center as a partner in this alliance works to make it easier for people with prediabetes to participate in a high-quality, low-cost, evidence-based lifestyle change program to reduce their risk of developing Type-2 Diabetes and improve your general health. 

These types of programs are hosted nationwide, and our instructors follow the course material provided by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). You will take classes taught by our lifestyle coach, alongside your classmates who you can share your struggles with and get support from. All of our instructors are Hispanic, and present material in Spanish in a culturally relevant way to guide you in making long-term lifestyle changes.

Read more about our Diabetes Services.

Who qualifies?

• Must be 18 years or older
• Was diagnosed with prediabetes or is at risk of developing Type-2 Diabetes
  • Take the risk test

You will learn guidelines to:

• Eat healthily
• Live a physically active lifestyle  
• Reduce stress
• Make healthy decisions overall

Goals for participants:

• Complete at least 2 ½ hours of physical activity weekly
• Loose at least 5-7% of your current weight

Attendance:

This program lasts 1 year:

• The first 6 months: meetings once a week
• The last 6 months: meetings 1-2 times a month

Remote Patient Monitoring

Hypertension and Diabetes are two of the most common chronic conditions managed by Alivio providers for the adult population.

Participants in this program will work with an Alivio Patient Navigator to gain better control over their diabetes and hypertension through education and weekly remote monitoring using the free blood pressure monitor and/or a glucometer for home use.

Program Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be an enrolled patient at any of the Alivio Medical Center Clinics
• At least 18 years of age
• Must own a smartphone
• Must be a resident of Cook County
• Uninsured or on a sliding scale
• Willing to participate for 6 months, and be diagnosed with at least one of the following chronic conditions:
  • Hypertension BP > 140/80
  • Diabetes, Type 1 or 2

Patients that have multiple chronic conditions will be considered for enrollment.