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Diabetes Resources

Prevent, manage and reverse diabetes with resources from your health plan. Available at no extra cost for active state employees, non-Medicare retirees, and State Partnership members, and their dependents.

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Prevent Diabetes

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DiaBetes Prevention Program

A new Diabetes Prevention Program class is starting soon. Register by Friday, April 18 to secure a spot.

Did you know over 88 million Americans have prediabetes — and many don’t even know it? The Digital Diabetes Prevention Program is now available to state health plan members, aiming to help develop healthy habits and lifestyle changes to prevent the onset of diabetes. This program is administered by Wellspark.

This 12-month program focuses on improving lifestyle behaviors to reduce diabetes risk. You’ll receive powerful education and motivating support directly on your computer, smartphone, or tablet.

  • Participants join their live digital classes on the scheduled day and time, guided by a certified health coach who provides education on preventing diabetes.
  • If you’re unable to attend the live session, you can watch it on demand at your convenience.
  • Individualized coaching support is also available to cater to your specific needs.
  • There are online group challenges and various tools to help you live a healthy lifestyle.

The Program is available to individuals who are prediabetic. You can determine your eligibility through several methods:
  • Blood tests that are part of a preventive exam, such as fasting glucose or A1c.
  • The CDC PREDIABETES RISK TEST, which provides a good indication of eligibility, though it is not always a deciding factor.
You are not eligible if you:
  • Have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes
  • Are pregnant
  • Have a BMI (body mass index) below 25.
Past participants are welcome to re-enroll in this program.

  • This is an online program that you access though your computer, laptop, or by downloading our App onto your smartphone or tablet. Participants should have access to Wi-Fi, be comfortable using WebEx and navigating online websites.

“The hardest was changing my eating habits. I was eating fast food, junk food and binge eating. I needed help with healthy eating habits and meal planning. My attitude is better, I feel better, and I am told that I look better.” -Program Participant

“I’m eating better and thinking about what I eat every day. I have successfully lost 40 lbs. this year and have a goal to lose 50 lbs. next year” -Program Participant
To register and for more information, contact our Wellspark health coach at 855-431-7206 or cmsidpp@wellsparkhealth.com.

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This Diabetes Prevention program helps me to keep my poor health in check while helping me make my good-health goals a part of my routine.

State of CT Employee and Diabetes Prevention Program Participant

Manage Diabetes

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DiaBetes Management Program

If you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, you can receive support with access to a diabetes health coach, free testing supplies and tips to manage your A1c.

State health plan members ages 18 and older are eligible for the Management Program if they have either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.

“I appreciate that it is no cost to me. It has helped me to lower my A1c and have healthier eating habits.” -Program Participant
Get Started With Virta

I’m grateful for this opportunity to participate in Virta to help manage my diabetes. This is a lifestyle change and very rewarding to my health. I have learned so much from this program so far and will keep practicing what I have learned. It’s working for me and I hope more workers will enroll to manage their diabetes as well. 

State of CT Employee

Reverse Diabetes

Administered by
DiaBetes Reversal Program

Virta makes Type 2 diabetes reversal possible. This virtual clinic can help you lose weight, lower your blood sugar, and reduce medications. Members learn to eat their way to better health with personalized nutrition plans and support from medical providers, professional coaches, and digital health tools. No medication, surgery, or calorie counting is required to see results.

State health plan members aged 18 and older. The Reversal Program is exclusively for those diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

“I have been so fortunate to have my insurance cover the Virta program. They were the ones who introduced me to the program and since I joined, I have lowered my glucose numbers & I have lost 18 pounds!
I am motivated to stick to the program without worrying about how much it costs. My coach & my team have been a great source of inspiration & information. I have been spreading the word about how much I love the program & encouraging others to join. Thank you!”-Program Participant
Get Started With Virta

This program absolutely educated me more than any Doctor’s visit, reading article etc… I have lowered medication doses, lost 20 plus pounds and feel great. No hunger!!!! Change of lifestyle. Not a diet.

State of CT Employee, Dept. of Criminal Justice