ABCs of Diabetes

08/12/2026

Join REACHMarionCo and the Marion County Public Health Department for two FREE cooking demonstrations. Registration is required. More details on location, time, and how to register are below.

Learn. Cook. Taste!🍽️

Join us for two free cooking demonstrations to learn easy, healthy recipes you can make at home. One class will be led by a registered dietitian, and the other by a chef. Sign up for a demonstration today to save your spot! We will be collecting responses until all 20 seats have been filled. Children under the age of 10 will be directed into a separate activity room with adult supervision during the cooking demonstration.

🥗Monday 8/17 Cooking Demonstration with Monica: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/NgF1ZxxJEA
👩‍🍳Tuesday 8/18 Cooking Demonstration with Chef Susanne: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/LPH0i9S3Bn
📍Location: 2505 N Arlington Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46218

08/10/2026

When you reach for your next snack, consider making it one of these healthier options. 🫘🥑🫐🍓🍎🥚🍿

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

07/21/2026

Free Adult Diabetes Education Program at the Martindale-Brightwood Branch of the Indianapolis Public Library. Topics include medications, healthy eating habits, increasing activity, and preventing complications. Registration is required. Please click the button to sign up today!

05/19/2026

Free Adult Diabetes Education Program at the Lawrence Branch of the Indianapolis Public Library. Topics include medications, healthy eating habits, increasing activity, and preventing complications. Registration is required. Please click the button to sign up today!

03/31/2026

Do you know what to do when your blood sugar goes too low? On this American Diabetes Association Ask the Experts they'll discuss treatment options to have on hand so you can act quickly and confidently. Sign up for free today!

Description: When blood glucose (blood sugar) drops too low, it’s called severe hypoglycemia. Severe hypoglycemia can happen fast, and knowing what to do can save a life. Join us to learn about recognizing the signs of dangerously low blood glucose, what puts you at risk, and how to respond in an ...

03/16/2026

The Indianapolis Public Library will host the ABCs of Diabetes program at the Southport Library in April. This is a free program taught by a nurse, dietitian, pharmacist, and social worker, and registration is required. Click here to register: https://marionhealth.org/programs/population-health/chronic-disease/diabetes/

03/10/2026

If your doctor has prescribed Mounjaro, here are some tips of what to include in your diet to get the maximum benefit from the medication. The Marion County Public Health Department's ABCs of Diabetes program includes a one-on-one consultation with a registered dietitian. Sign up today at marionhealth.org/diabetes!

Mounjaro is a prescription drug used to help manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. Learn about food choices to help maximize weight loss.

02/02/2026

Let's get healthier in 2026! Free 4-part diabetes education clases start this Wednesday, February 4th at 1:30 pm at the Marion County Public Health Department. Registration is required online at marionhealth.org/diabetes or by calling 317-221-2104.

01/05/2026

Start your New Year off right with a FREE diabetes education program that includes four online group classes, a nutrition consult with a registered dietitian, and a one-on-one consult with a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Sign up today at marionhealth.org/diabetes.

12/04/2025

So you've been told you have pre-diabetes...what can you do to prevent it from developing into diabetes? Here are eight tips to get you started on your healthier journey today.

Prediabetes simply means that your fasting blood glucose is higher than the normal range, and there are steps you can take to prevent type 2 diabetes.