Sarah Miracle: Chickasaw Services Promoting Healthy Lifestyles

In Honor of Diabetes Awareness

The Chickasaw Nation provides many services that can help manage the lives of those with diabetes. The Chickasaw Nation Diabetes Center offers services to those who have been diagnosed with diabetes, but there are also dietitians and the Get Fresh cooking show that help promote a healthier way of life.

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Lifestyle Changes

In honor of Diabetes Awareness
Increasing rates of diabetes make monitoring one's lifestyle a necessity.

Native American Risk

In Honor of Diabetes Awareness
Native American communities are statistically at a higher risk to become type 2 diabetic.

Chickasaw Nation Division of Health: Change is Key to Prevention

Dr. Judy Goforth Parker
The Chickasaw Nation recognizes that the habits that contribute to diabetes and other chronic illnesses did not form overnight.

Melinda Ward: "Fitness for All"

Manager- Ada Wellness Center
Chickasaw wellness centers provide fitness programs for every age group.

Dr. Judy Goforth Parker: Obesity

In Honor of Diabetes Awareness
Obesity is a growing issue in the United States and can also raise a person's risk for type 2 diabetes.

Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program

Chickasaw Nation Citizen Benefits
The Chickasaw Nation provides senior citizens with access to healthy food through the Seniors Farmers' Market and Winter Fruit and Vegetable Program.

Get Fresh!

Chickasaw Nation Citizen Benefits
The Chickasaw Nation helps citizens develop healthy cooking skills through the Get Fresh! Program.