The Royal Flying Doctor Service Tasmania is working with Diabetes Tasmania to reach people in rural areas and educate them about the group of blood diseases.
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Diabetes Tasmania said about 30,000 Tasmanians live with diabetes, another 12,000 are undiagnosed and 45,000 are at risk of developing diabetes.
Risk factors for diabetes include excessive alcohol consumption, not enough exercise and unhealthy eating habits.
The RFDS roadshow will travel to George Town and Scottsdale for a health and wellbeing talk before moving around the rest of the state.
The sessions are designed for everyone and focus on prevention as the key message.
RDFS Tasmania primary health care manager Judah Morris said education is the best way to improve health.
"We really hope that people will come along to learn more about benefits of physical activity and eating well - there will be a light lunch provided on the day," Mr Morris said.
"Participants will also have the opportunity to take a risk assessment test to find out if they may be at risk of diabetes as well as receive information about diabetes prevention and self-management for those already diagnosed with diabetes."
Diabetes Tasmania chief executive Caroline Wells said it's important to link people with services.
"We value being able to collaborate with other organisations such as the RDFS becaurse it gives Diabetes Tasmania the opportunity to connect with new people who can benefit from additional support and services," Mrs Wells said.
"We are looking forward to running these events across the state to help people better understand how they can stay healthy and get more out of life."
This follows a recent announcement by the RFDS of two vaccination buses that will travel around 23 townships across the state over the next three weeks.
The buses were donated by the state government and made into mobile clinics.
Those aged 12 and over can visit the clinics with no booking needed and receive a Pfizer shot.
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Born and raised in Launceston, Nikita is passionate about the stories that matter to locals. When she is not at work you can find Nikita adventuring around Tasmania or spending time with family and friends. If you have story tips or events in the Arts and Events sector, please contact Nikita at nikita.mcguire@austcommunitymedia.com.au or on 0437 031 581
