Tag: Type 2 diabetes

State, Federal Lawmakers Focused on Improving Health Through Better Eating, Nutrition

State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky (R-Long Neck, Oak Orchard) joined U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and other officials and nutrition advocates in Washington, D.C., on Monday for an event announcing two food-policy initiatives. Other participants and […]

Bill to Establish Type II Diabetes Reduction Program to Soon Become Law

A bipartisan bill that promises to improve public health and reduce healthcare costs in Delaware is heading to the governor’s desk. Sponsored by retired medical professional State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky (R-Long Neck, Oak Orchard), House Bill 305 as amended provides […]

Bill Seeking to Reduce the Scourge of Diabetes Clears the House

A bipartisan bill that promises to improve public health and reduce healthcare costs in Delaware was approved by the House this week, 39-0. Sponsored by retired medical professional State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky (R-Long Neck, Oak Orchard), House Bill 305 provides […]

Diabetes Reduction Proposal Part of Delaware’s Bid for $1 Billion

The State of Delaware has submitted an application for up to $1 billion from the federal Rural Health Transformation Program. The filing includes 15 projects, programs, and initiatives to expand healthcare access, lower costs, and increase the medical workforce in […]