West Burlington, Iowa, Nov. 19, 2019 – Great River Diabetes Education
offers a four-week group diabetes class every month. The December class
will meet from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Mondays beginning Dec. 9.
The group diabetes class is for people who are newly diagnosed, making
a change in treatment, or having complications or concerns. A physician
referral for diabetes education is required.
Class topics include:
- Proper eating for diabetes
- Managing blood sugars
- Medicines
- Diabetes-related health problems
- Exercise
Diabetes educators will assess needs for specific information and skills,
teach self-care and provide continuing help. Most insurance companies
cover the fee for the class series. A family member or friend is encouraged
to attend at no additional cost.
The American Diabetes Association has awarded Great River Diabetes Education
with its Education Recognition Certificate for providing a high-quality
diabetes self-management program. Recognition assures that education programs
meet the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and
are an essential component of effective diabetes treatment. The Iowa Department
of Public Health also has accredited the program.
For more information or to register, please call 319-768-4165.