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Diabetes Prevention Program

with the Charles County Department of Health

2025-08-12 17:00:00 2025-08-12 18:00:00 America/New_York Diabetes Prevention Program Potomac Branch -

Tuesday, August 12
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-12 17:00:00 2025-08-12 18:00:00 America/New_York Diabetes Prevention Program This program is designed to help individuals at risk for Type 2 diabetes adopt healthier lifestyles and prevent the onset of the disease through evidence-based strategies. Potomac Branch -

This program is designed to help individuals at risk for Type 2 diabetes adopt healthier lifestyles and prevent the onset of the disease through evidence-based strategies.

Charles County Public Library is proud to host the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), a community-based initiative run by the Charles County Department of Health.

The Diabetes Prevention Program offers participants the tools and resources they need to:

  • Lose weight through a combination of healthy eating and physical activity
  • Increase physical activity with the goal of engaging in at least 150 minutes of moderate activity each week
  • Make lasting behavior changes that promote overall health and well-being

Program Features:

  • Group-based support: Participants will join a small, supportive group led by a trained lifestyle coach.
  • Educational sessions: The program includes 16 weekly sessions followed by monthly maintenance sessions for one year, focusing on strategies for healthy eating, increasing physical activity, and stress management.
  • Personalized guidance: Participants will set individual goals and receive feedback tailored to their needs.


The DPP is suitable for adults who are at high risk for Type 2 diabetes, with risk factors including being overweight, having high blood pressure, a family history of diabetes, or being over 45 years old. This program has been shown to reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by more than 50%.

Registration Information: The program is free of charge and open to eligible individuals in the community. To sign up, please call 301-609-6885 or email angela.deal@maryland.gov

Join us in taking the first step toward a healthier future. Together, we can work to prevent diabetes and improve our community’s health!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Life Skills | Community Engagement |

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Charles County Public Library events are accessible for all. If you have an accessibility request, please contact programs@ccplonline.org three business days prior to the event.

Potomac Branch

Phone: 301-375-7375

Hours
We're closed Saturday August 30 due to CLOSED: LABOR DAY
Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 Closed
(CLOSED: LABOR DAY)
Sun, Aug 31 Closed

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