Weight and Nutritional Health
Food is more than just a meal. It can also be a medicine, helping people become healthier, control their weight, or even maintain diabetes. NKY Health employs Registered Dietitians to help lead the way.
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Nutrition assessment, counseling and education are included as part of many Health Department programs. Other patients presenting a physician’s referral may receive special diet counseling by a dietitian.
Educational programs on nutrition are available to schools and community groups. Individual counseling is available at the county health centers.
For more information, call 859-363-2112.
OFF Weight Loss
Management Support Sessions
NKY Health offers monthly, free support group sessions for weight management led by a Registered Dietitian.
The OFF Support Sessions are for adults who would like monthly ongoing support for changing lifestyle habits. It is not a diet program. Learn how to lose and manage your weight through longterm lifestyle changes of healthy eating habits, food choices, and regular exercise. The support group sessions are also appropriate for people with diabetes. Come as needed for accountability, support, motivation, education, and for community by connecting with others on the same journey!
The monthly OFF Support Sessions are held one evening the last week of the month 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Sessions are virtual on Zoom (can be accessed via computer, tablet or mobile device or dial in by phone).
To sign up for the monthly weight management sessions and weekly Healthy Monday Tip emails, please complete this online form.
More information
For more information about the support groups and OFF program, please contact Monica Smith (monica.smith@nkyhealth.org) or 859-363-2114.
Diabetes Information
NKY Health no longer offers diabetes programming. Please contact St. Elizabeth Physicians Regional Diabetes Center.
SEP Regional Diabetes Center
1500 James Simpson Jr. Way
Suite 301
Covington, KY 41011
stelizabethphysicians.com/our-services/diabetic-care/diabetes-education
For any questions or to schedule your diabetes education visits, please call 859-655-8910.
Disposal of needles and syringes
The medication dropboxes and drug disposal pouches cannot be used for needles and syringes; however, if you need to dispose of needles or other medical waste at your home, this fact sheet from the Kentucky Division of Compliance Assistance (DCA) has tips on how to protect yourself and those who pick up your trash.
More information
Take a diabetes risk test to learn your risk for type 2 diabetes.
Kentucky Diabetes Resource Directory