Diabetes Statistics Affirm the Need for Intervention

December 2017

patient getting diabetes blood sugar test

L.A. Care Resources Can Help Patients Prevent and Manage the Disease

More than 30.3 million Americans have diabetes and another 84.1 million have prediabetes, states the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in its 2017 National Diabetes Statistics Report.

California statistics from 2016 show that 2.5 million of the state’s adults have diabetes, and an estimated 13 million — or 46 percent  are prediabetic.

L.A. Care offers innovative and engaging health education services related to diabetes and other chronic conditions through our Health in MotionTM program and the L.A. Cares About Diabetes® Program. 

These services include group workshops, which are offered in both English and Spanish at locations throughout Los Angeles County. Personalized individual telephone consultations are also available, as well as self-help online tools and resources. 

Led by Certified Health Coaches and Registered Dietitians, our programs empower members to lead a healthy lifestyle and manage or prevent chronic conditions. Notable diabetes-related programs include an ADA-recognized Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Program, as well as an upcoming CDC National Diabetes Prevention Program.  

To refer a member to health education services, please complete the Health Education Referral Form

You can also order easy-to-read health education materials for your office and patients.