Diabetes type 2 is significantly worse is the Hispanic population and in the RGV compared to both Texas and the US. In spite of this, spending on high sugary beverages significantly increased in 2019 compared to 2018. In addition, the number of adults who get tested for diabetes or high blood sugar continues to decrease since 2013.
HARLINGEN, RGV – Harlingen high school students are so concerned about the high rates of diabetes and obesity in the Rio Grande Valley they have launched a community health awareness campaign.
After 15 long years, Proyecto Juan Diego celebrated a significant milestone Thursday morning in a dusty lot in Cameron Park. A long-awaited, two- story community center designed with the goal of serving Cameron Park and Brownsville will become a reality…
SAN BENITO — A popular San Benito workout spot is making a comeback. And it won’t cost a dime to use. Starting Monday, the Greyhound stadium track will be open to the public not only in the morning, but also…
Prediabetes means your blood glucose (sugar) is higher than normal, but not yet diabetes. Diabetes is a serious disease that can cause heart attack, stroke, blindness, kidney failure, or loss of feet or legs. Type 2 diabetes can be delayed…
