Pekin Hospital to Offer Diabetes Education Workshop
Pekin Hospital is pleased to offer an adult diabetes education
workshop on May 12, 13, and 14. The
series of three classes will be held from 2 – 5 p.m. in the 4 South Education
Classroom at Pekin
Hospital .
The classes are designed to provide
information on managing adult diabetes and are designed to help diabetics learn
and develop the skills of self-management of diabetes therapy. Topics covered in the sessions will
include:
v
the importance of diabetes control and
the factors that influence this control
v
how to plan meals according to food
selections and serving size
v
the possible complications associated
with diabetes
v
why exercise will benefit your health
and make you feel good
Workshop speakers will include a
Certified Diabetes Educator, Registered Dietitian, Registered Nurse, Registered
Pharmacist, and Registered Medical Technician.
Class fees are $70 per person (one
guest may accompany the registrant at no extra cost). The $70 includes all three classes. Class size is limited. Registration deadline is May 5. To register, please call (309) 353-0719.
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