Suffolk County Executive Steve
Bellone joined Department of Health Commissioner James Tomarken, MD, MPH,
MBA, MSW, to invite residents who have diabetes to attend a free program
that will enable them to manage their diabetes. The program, conducted by
the Department of Health Services in collaboration with Cornell University
Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County, comprises four classes that cover
suggestions for keeping blood sugar in target range, choosing a healthy meal
plan and balancing food, exercise and medications.
“These
classes will arm participants with the knowledge and skills they need to
properly manage their diabetes and enable them to enjoy an improved quality of
life,” said Bellone.
According
to the New York State Department of Health, diabetes is the most rapidly
growing chronic disease of our time, affecting one out of every 12 adults in
New York. Minority populations are at high risk, especially those who are
African American, Latino, Native American and Asian American.
Diabetes
puts the body at risk for many serious health conditions, including heart
disease, retinopathy (eye problems), kidney disease, poor blood flow, amputations and
complications of pregnancy if it is not properly controlled.
“The good
news is that moderate changes in lifestyle can result in significant health
benefits,” said Dr. Tomarken. This course can help those with diabetes to make
those small changes and enable them to improve their overall health and
well-being.”
The four-week series will meet at:
The Middle Country Library,
575 Middle Country Road
Selden, NY 11784
Mondays,
April 18, 25, and May 2, 9, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
The
topics of discussion each week will be:
April
18th Medications and Monitoring your blood sugar
April
25th Diabetes Meal Planning for beginners
May 2nd
Carbohydrate Counting for beginners
May 9th
Preventing Complications, Coping, and Problem Solving
Contact: Jane Juran (631) 727-7850
Ext 340 to register.
Preregistration is required.
Please contact the Cornell
Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County Office if you have any special needs.
Additional diabetes
self-management sessions will be offered in coming weeks.
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