Diabetes

Diabetes is highly preventable. It is also one of the fastest growing health problems in the United States, especially among children.

The Walk and Play in Awareness of Diabetes event will be held 9-12 am on Sunday Morning, Nov. 14 at the Ellis Creek Water Recycling Facility, at 3890 Cypress Drive, in Petaluma. Get full details here

Dieting is often a response to a diabetes diagnosis. Dr. Chappell says there are many effective diets to choose from, but the choice itself is not all that significant.

Beyond video games and insufficient exercise, Dr. Chappell cites one other significant contributor to the rapid increase in obestiy among children and young adults.