Eastern Panhandle's Rising Diabetes Awareness Month Efforts
National Diabetes Month highlights need for awareness of different types of disease
The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, November 13, 2025
By Staff
As November marks National Diabetes Month, The Shepherdstown Chronicle highlights the significant diabetes prevalence in towns like Charles Town and Harpers Ferry. With 16% of West Virginia's population diagnosed with diabetes and an alarming 35% classified as prediabetic, the need for awareness is urgent. Healthcare professionals emphasize the rising cases of Type 1 Diabetes, particularly among adults, calling for increased understanding and support. Local organizations, including WVU Medicine, are crucial in providing resources and education, especially for those coping with the condition.