'I Can!' program in Edgar County will focus on diabetes

PARIS – Edgar County patients who have diabetes or who are at risk for diabetes have a chance to take part in a discounted exercise and diet program designed to halt the progress of the disease.

The "I Can!" program, set to start by Oct. 1, is being offered by Paris Community Hospital/Family Medical Center, the Paris Community YMCA and the Edgar County Public Health Department.

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