Diabetes on Track

11/12/2025

🍝 Healthy Cooking Class — Limited Spots! 👩‍🍳
Join us for an evening of fun with Chef Emma Fitzke as she teaches you how to make a one-pot spinach pasta & sausage meal in under 30 minutes!

📅 Dec 3, 2025
🕡 6:30–7:45 PM
📍 YWCA Kitchen
💵 $10 (cash or check)
👥 Limited to 15 participants — sign up early!

✅ Taste the meal at the end of class
📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer or call Jessica at 402-462-6211 to register.

https://nalhd.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3k0ElYUFvGkQMGa?Q_CHL=qr

Presented by South Heartland District Health Department and Diabetes On Track.

11/11/2025

This Veterans Day we honor those who have served 🇺🇸. Taking care of your health — including managing blood sugar, staying active, and eating well — is a meaningful way to respect the service you’ve given or are giving. A strong body supports a strong mind.

11/11/2025

The Mary Lanning Healthcare Laboratory is offering public health fair testing at discounted rates. You don’t have to be a regular MLH patient to sign up for these tests, however, pre-registration is required.
Hastings Community Health Fair is held at Mary Lanning Healthcare Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab located in the Medical Services Building on the Mary Lanning Healthcare Campus on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, 7 - 10 a.m.

More information:https://www.marylanning.org/healthfair

11/10/2025

Walk and talk with a healthcare professional. Wednesdays at 10 am, this group will meet weekly at the Hastings Family YMCA. You DO NOT have to be a paying member of the Y to participate. The YMCA offers free Walking Memberships. You can sign up at the front desk.

11/05/2025

Snack smart: choose fiber + protein combos like apple slices + nut butter, Greek yogurt + berries, or hummus + veggies. These help stabilize blood sugar and reduce cravings — good habits for diabetes prevention!

Discover creative meal prep snacks that keep you energized and satisfied. Learn why meal prepping snacks is a game-changer.

11/02/2025

This week, we're recognizing National Diabetes Education Week with diabetes educator and Chronic Illness Management Program Clinical Lead Lauren Galifi.

Check out these five things you should know about diabetes!
▪️ There's no special diet for people with diabetes
▪️ Remember to keep your whole body healthy
▪️ Stick to a bedtime routine
▪️ When you're leaving the house, make sure you're prepared
▪️ Work with your health care team to make the best diabetes management plan for you

At Children's Specialized Hospital, we offer a Chronic Illness Management Program that focuses on treating children (up to age 21) with chronic, life-altering conditions, including diabetes. To learn more about the program, visit rwjbh.org/cshchronicillness.

11/01/2025

November is American Diabetes Month, a time to shine a light on prevention, management, and better health for all.

Over 1 in 3 U.S. adults has prediabetes — many don’t even know it. Taking small steps today can make a big difference tomorrow.

https://diabetes.org/about-diabetes/diabetes-prevention

10/31/2025

Candy Alternatives for Halloween

Simple, practical tips for Halloween candy alternatives for kids! Ideas on healthy DIY non candy treats, party favors, and no-sugar snacks to hand out.

10/29/2025

Fun Halloween Swaps: Healthier Treats for All Ages
https://www.lifebridgehealth.org/blogs/fun-halloween-swaps-healthier-treats-all-ages

10/26/2025

Did you know October is Diabetes Awareness Month? 🩵 It’s a great time to learn about how to lower your risk of type 2 diabetes. Simple steps like staying active, eating whole foods, and maintaining a healthy weight add up.
https://www.drdogood.health/blogs/diabetes-symptoms-causes-treatments