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Harlingen CISD, UTRGV partner to combat diabetes in children
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Travis M. Whitehead , MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News
· July 17, 2026
· 7 min read
UTRGV and the Harlingen school district announced a new campaign called “Living Longer by Design” to prevent diabetes in young people on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. (Courtesy of Harlingen CISD)
HARLINGEN — We’re a fast-food nation.
We love our Whataburgers, our Big Macs, and our pepperoni pizzas.
We a...
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Key takeaway (Courtesy of Harlingen CISD) HARLINGEN — We’re a fast-food nation.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The partnership between Harlingen CISD and UTRGV to combat diabetes in children has significant implications for the Rio Grande Valley community. With over 2,000 Harlingen students at risk of developing diabetes, this initiative has the potential to make a tangible impact on the health and wellbeing of local youth. By embedding clinical expertise and resources directly into schools, the "Living Longer by Design" program can help address the growing concern of Type 2 diabetes in children, which is closely linked to obesity and unhealthy lifestyle habits. This collaboration also underscores the importance of preventive care and early intervention in tackling chronic diseases, particularly in a region where access to healthcare services can be limited. As the program launches in the 2026-2027 school year, it will be crucial to monitor its progress and effectiveness in reducing the risk of diabetes among Harlingen students.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? UTRGV and the Harlingen school district announced a new campaign called “Living Longer by Design” to prevent diabetes in young people on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. (Courtesy of Harlingen CISD)
HARLINGEN — We’re a fast-food nation.
We love our Whataburgers, our Big Macs, and our pepperoni pizzas.
We a...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 17, 2026 by MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News and curated for The McAllen readers.
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