Free Health Classes Offered by the Knox County Health Department
The Knox County Health Department offers free classes and resources on Type 2 Diabetes and Heart Disease. Click on the topics below to learn more or sign up for a free class today.
Questions? E-mail the class instructor at Nutrition@knoxcounty.org or call 865-215-5170.
Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is very common, but can be prevented. If you have prediabetes or are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes, the Diabetes Prevention Program can help. The Knox County Health Department is covering the cost of a 12-month online program to prevent type 2 diabetes for people who live or work in Knox County. Limited spots are available, so sign up today. Start by filling out this short survey to see if you qualify.
Take the diabetes risk test to find out where you stand. Do you live or work in Knox County AND score 5 or higher on the risk test? The Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes Program might be a good fit for you!
During the 12-onth FREE ONLINE program you will
- Attend live, interactive classes online from your computer or mobile device
- Receive weekly support from your instructor, a trained lifestyle coach
- Connect with others working on the same goals as you
- Learn ways to manage stress
- Overcome barriers to healthy eating and physical activity!
How do I sign up?
Click here to find out if you qualify for a free spot in the program.
Questions? Email Nutrition@KnoxCounty.org or call 865-215-5170.
Know someone who might qualify for this free program? Share this flyer with them today.
Manage Your Type 2 Diabetes: Three-Part Diabetes Management Class
Today nearly 29 million people are living with diabetes in the United States. Thanks to better treatments, people with diabetes are now living longer – and with a better quality of life – than ever before. If you are living with diabetes, it’s important to make choices that keep you and your loved ones healthy.
Being diagnosed with diabetes is a life-changing event. Managing the disease can be time consuming and overwhelming. That's why the Knox County Health Department offers a free three-part series and a variety of resources to help.
Upcoming Class Dates
Join us to learn about type 2 diabetes. Work with a Registered Dietitian to learn about healthy eating and exercise, medications, and more.
This class is open to everyone, regardless of your diabetes status.
Check out the dates for upcoming classes below. Sign up today!
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Location |
Sign Up |
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July 14, 21, 28, 2022 (Thursdays) |
6-7 p.m. |
Knox County Health Department, Community Room |
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October 4, 11, 18, 2022 (Tuesdays) |
6-7 p.m. |
Knox County Health Department, Community Room |
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January 12, 19, and 26, 2023 (Thursdays) |
12-1 p.m. |
Knox County Health Department |
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April 6, 13, and 20 (Thursdays) |
6-7 p.m. |
Knox County Health Department |
Meal Planning Tools
Click here to check out an easy-to-use meal planner.
To learn more about type 2 diabetes, click here.
Questions?
Email the class instructor at Nutrition@KnoxCounty.org or call 865-215-5170.
Manejo la Diabetes Tipo 2: Clases de Control de la Diabetes (3 Sesiones)
Actualmente, casi 29 millones de personas viven con diabetes en los Estados Unidos. Gracias a mejores tratamientos, las personas con diabetes viven más tiempo y con una mejor calidad de vida. Si usted tiene diabetes, es importante tomar decisiones que lo mantengan saludable a usted y a sus seres queridos.
Ser diagnosticado con diabetes es un evento que cambia su vida. El manejo de la enfermedad puede llevar mucho tiempo y ser abrumador. El Departamento de Salud del Condado de Knox ofrece una serie gratuita de tres partes y una variedad de recursos para ayudar.
Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre las clases sobre el manejo de la diabetes tipo 2.
Próximas fechas de clases:
Acompáñenos para aprender sobre la diabetes tipo 2. Trabaje con un dietista registrada para aprender sobre alimentación saludable, ejercicio, medicamentos y más.
Esta clase está abierta a todos los miembros de la comunidad, independientemente de su estado de diabetes.
Vea las próximas clases a continuación. ¡Regístrese hoy!
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Fecha |
Hora |
Localizacion |
Inscribirse |
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Julio 12, 19, 26 de 2022 (Martes) |
6-7 p.m. |
TBD |
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Noviembre 1, 8, 15 de 2022 (Martes) |
6-7 p.m. |
TBD |
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Marzo 2, 9 y 16 de 2023 (Jueves) |
6-7 p.m. |
TBD |
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Junio 1, 8 y 15 de 2023 (Jueves) |
6-7 p.m. |
TBD |
Herramientas de Planificación de Comidas
Haga clic aquí para aprender a planificar sus comidas de una forma fácil.
¿Preguntas?
Envíe un correo electrónico a la instructora de la clase a Nutrition@knoxcounty.org o llamar 865-215-5170
Manage Your Heart Health: Three-Part Heart Health Class
High blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, and smoking are key risk factors for heart disease. Several other medical conditions and lifestyle choices can also put people at a higher risk for heart disease, including:
- Diabetes, overweight and obesity, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, excessive alcohol use, and stress
It’s important to make choices that keep you and your loved ones healthy. Click here to learn more about a heart healthy lifestyle.
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 three-part series to help.
Upcoming Class Dates
Join us to learn about heart health. Work with a Registered Dietitian to learn about healthy eating and exercise, weight management, goal setting, and more.
This class is open to everyone.
Check out the upcoming classes below. Sign up today!
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Time |
Location |
Sign Up |
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August 9, 16, 23, 2022 (Tuesdays) |
6-7 p.m. |
Knox County Health Department, Auditorium |
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November 3, 10, 17, 2022 (Thursdays) |
6-7 p.m. |
Knox County Health Department, Community Room |
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February 2, and 9, 2023 (Thursdays) |
12-1 p.m. |
Knox County Health Department, Community Room |
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May 3 and 10, 2023 (Wednesdays) |
6-7 p.m. |
Knox County Health Department, Community Room |
Questions? Email the class instructor at Nutrition@KnoxCounty.org or call 865-215-5170.
Accessing Healthy Foods
Access to healthy foods plays an important role in preventing and managing chronic diseases, like diabetes and heart health.
The Knox County Food Resource Guide provides information on community resources that connect people to healthy food. There is a comprehensive list of food pantries by area of the county as well as information on supplemental nutrition programming.
Food Resource Guide here ( en español ).
