Health Department

Not sure if you’re at risk for diabetes?

Take 60 seconds to fill out this Type 2 Diabetes Risk Test presented by the American Diabetes Association. You can take it for yourself or even a loved one.

• Did you score 5 or higher on the risk test? Visit https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes-prevention/lifestyle-change-program/find-a-program.html to find a diabetes prevention program near you.

Type 2 diabetes is very common, but can be prevented. If you have type 2 diabetes or just want to learn more, join us for a FREE three-part series to learn about diabetes, including the role of diet and exercise, medications, and management. This class is open to everyone, regardless of your diabetes status. We also offer this class in Spanish and online!

• Online Diabetes Management Class
• If you are unable to attend our in person class or if you joined but just want a refresher on a specific topic covered, online classes are available here.
• Si no puede asistir a nuestra clase en persona o si se unió, pero solo desea un repaso sobre un tema específico cubierto. Las clases en línea están disponibles aquí..

Making healthy lifestyle changes may feel overwhelming at first, but you are never too young or too old to start taking care of your heart health. That's why the Knox County Health Department offers a free two-part series to help. Click here to learn more.

Tobacco use is the most preventable risk factor for disease, disability and premature death in the United States. Quitting smoking isn’t easy. It takes time. And a plan. You don’t have to stop smoking in one day. Start with day one. Click here for more information.