National Diabetes Month

Published on October 30, 2026

November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country seek to bring attention to diabetes. This year's focus is on taking action to prevent diabetes health problems.

This is a chronic health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. The observance encourages communities to learn how to prevent it, find it early and manage it so people can live longer and healthier lives.

Community Event

Join us Saturday, November 14, 2026 for our Diabetes Health Fair.

Event Details

Workshops

Learn to take control of your health. Metro Health's Diabetes and Nutrition Program offers no-cost workshops and support services to help prevent and manage diabetes.

The workshops focus on building healthy habits, including nutrition, physical activity and blood sugar management, while offering support for individuals at risk of or living with diabetes. Metro Health encourages residents to take steps toward a healthier future by learning how to prevent diabetes and manage it more effectively if diagnosed.

To learn more or to register for a no-cost workshop, call 210-207-8802 or visit the Diabetes/Nutrition program website.

Diabetes Insulin Assistance Program

Metro Health and H-E-B relaunched the Diabetes Insulin Assistance Program on October 2, 2026, to help families manage the cost of this life-saving diabetes medication. The program aims to improve access to affordable insulin for individuals living with diabetes, ensuring that no family has to go without essential treatment due to financial barriers.

The program will remain available until allocated funding is exhausted. To learn more, visit the Diabetes Insulin Assistance Program.