Prevention & Healthy
Living Programs
Diabetes Prevention
& Healthy Living
To help prevent type 2 diabetes, adopting healthy lifestyle choices is key. In the Rainy River District, various programs are available to support residents in achieving healthier, more active lives, which play a critical role in diabetes prevention. These initiatives focus on improving access to nutritious foods, promoting healthy eating, reducing sedentary habits, and encouraging regular physical activity. Explore the links below to learn more.
Northwestern Health Unit
Northwestern Health Unit offers programs to help Rainy River District residents live healthy lifestyles and prevent diabetes and other chronic diseases. These programs emphasize nutrition, address food insecurity, and encourage physical activity.
Prevention & Accessibility Programs
Accessible Food
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Find a Dietitian
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Get Moving
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Healthy Eating
Learn More ➤Healthy Choices: Recipes & Snacks
Informed food choices are essential to living well.
Food fuels the body and is a key part of diabetes management and prevention. The recipes and snack ideas recommended on this page were offered by dietitians in the Rainy River District to help you make healthy choices.
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Eligibility
Some programs like Healthy for Life are for priority populations/people at greater risk of developing DB and other chronic diseases.
Contact
Phone:
1-807-274-9827
Fax:
1-807-274-0779
Rainy River District Ontario Health Team