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SIOUXLAND Y RECEIVES GRANT TO FIGHT DIABETES

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The Siouxland Y has received a grant to help spur its programs designed to help those suffering from Type 2 Diabetes.

Marjorie Moss of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska presented an $11,800 Fearless Grant to the Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA on Monday:

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Jacque Perez, the Wellness Director at the Y, says the grant will fund a comprehensive approach to fighting type 2 diabetes:

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Besides the prevention program, Perez says the Y also offers the MoveWell Today Diabetes Exercise Program for those afflicted with the illness:

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The Blue Cross grants are awarded twice a year.