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National DPP Topeka, KS

Where to get a free or low-cost lifestyle change program in Topeka, Kansas

Black adults have roughly 60% higher type-2 diabetes prevalence than white adults (CDC National Diabetes Statistics Report, 2024). The CDC-recognized DPP cuts type-2 diabetes risk by 58% for adults with prediabetes (71% for adults over 60).

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Community health centers in Topeka

3 federally qualified community health centers in Topeka charge on a sliding scale by income and see patients regardless of insurance. Call ahead to confirm the site offers a diabetes prevention program and to book.

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Kansas's free diabetes prevention screening program

CDC-recognized Diabetes Prevention Program classes run across Kansas. Cost depends on the site: many community sites are grant-funded and free, Medicare covers the program for enrollees with prediabetes, and Medicaid coverage varies by state.

Take Control (Kansas Diabetes Prevention)

Program details and eligibility Full Kansas eligibility guide

The programs above are free or low-cost, and a clinic A1C test is usually covered. If you want your number before you start, an at-home kit is a self-pay option:

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