Meijer is teaming up with the American Diabetes Association to communicate the importance of a support team for individuals suffering from diabetes in order to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. All Meijer stores in five states will be hosting health and wellness events Saturday that will feature diabetic friendly samplings, free glucose testing, a free ADA Health Risk Assessment, take-home materials containing information on managing diabetes, exercise tips and recipes and more. According to a recent Meijer customer survey, half of all people with diabetes feel overwhelmed by managing the disease and do not have a personal care plan to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. To kick off American Diabetes Month, the retailer launched a new online destination – Meijer.com/Diabetes – with resources such as a risk assessment test and information on nutrition, exercise, and medication management to help create personal care plans.
