One out of every four African American women age 55 or older has diabetes. By providing education and outreach, To Your Health is helping San Antonians learn how they can avoid these deadly consequences and live healthy, active lives. A 1995 survey of East San Antonio's African American population revealed that one in three persons has diabetes. Many others are at risk due to factors such as obesity and family history. Using African American role models and professionals, To Your Health produces monthly newsletters called calendars that are used to educate the San Antonio community about diabetes and other relevant health issues.
Calendars also contain healthy recipes.
The calendars are distributed by the more than 150 volunteers and 75 businesses, churches, schools, and other community organizations. Other methods used to reach the community include presentations, radio segments, newspaper articles, health fairs, and screenings. An estimated 35,000 people have been reached by the program since its inception. Download a sample of Buena Vida . This bilingual publication serves to educate those whose lives are affected by diabetes.