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The Prediabetes Detection and Physical Activity Intervention Delivery (PRE-PAID) program.
Chip P Rowan1, Michael C Riddell, Veronica K Jamnik
1School of Kinesiology and Health Science, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Canadian Journal of Diabetes
|December 11, 2013
Summary
The Pre-diabetes Detection and Physical Activity Intervention Delivery Project (PRE-PAID) identified individuals at high risk for type 2 diabetes. This community-based program offers culturally appropriate physical activity and training for exercise professionals.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Preventive Medicine
- Exercise Science
Background:
- Increasing prevalence and incidence of prediabetes necessitate targeted interventions.
- Community-based programs are crucial for reaching at-risk populations.
- Need for culturally appropriate strategies to address health disparities in diabetes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of the PRE-PAID project.
- To present preliminary screening data and implementation lessons learned.
- To offer recommendations for prediabetes screening and physical activity interventions.
Main Methods:
- The PRE-PAID project involved 691 individuals.
- Risk identification included a questionnaire and hemoglobin A1C testing.
- Community-based physical activity programs were implemented with culturally tailored approaches.
Main Results:
- Mean hemoglobin A1C level was 6.0±0.90%.
- Participants typically exhibited 3-5 risk factors for type 2 diabetes.
- Community-specific data and implementation insights were gathered.
Conclusions:
- The PRE-PAID project demonstrates a framework for effective prediabetes screening.
- Culturally appropriate, community-based physical activity interventions are vital.
- Sharing lessons learned can inform future public health strategies for diabetes prevention.
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