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Interested in Taking Better Care of Your Diabetes?

Free Classes Can Help You Do It!

Many people would like to get their diabetes in better control, but don’t know how to do it. It’s not as hard as you might think. [Organization name] can help. From March31 through November 17,a series of fourdiabetes education classes will be repeatedover four different sessions Free of Chargeto anyone who is interested in doing something positive about their diabetes.

An introductory class called “The Basics of Diabetes and Medications” will be offered onApril 5, June 7, September 6, and November 1, 2016from 1 to 3 pm at[location].This class covers areas identified by the American Diabetes Associationas essential to successfully manage diabetes. Topics includedefinition, diagnosis, and types of diabetes, target glucose goals, oral and injectable medications for type 1 and type 2 diabetes, treatment of hypoglycemia, sick dayguidelines, foot care, and diabetes complications. It is a great general overview of diabetes management and would be useful for those who are newly diagnosed as well as those who have not had diabetes education or need a refresher.

A second class called “Nutrition Basics” will be offered on April 12, June 14, September 13, and November 8, 2016 from 1 to 3pm at [location].This class provides up-to-date, helpful information that participants can readily use to plan meals that will improve their blood glucose control and are heart healthy. Topics include nutrient effects on blood glucose, healthy food choices, serving sizes, reading food labels, use of non-nutritive sweeteners, use of alcohol, recommendations for fats and fiber, and healthy snack choices.

The third class called, “Glucose Control, Activity, and Stress” will be offered onApril 19,June 21, September 20, and November 15, 2016from 1 to 3 pm at [location].This class will focus on blood glucose control. Topics include an in-depth discussion of insulin management, case studies to understand and interpret daily glucose patterns, and a discussion of how eating, activity, and medication can be adjusted to improve glucose.Then the focus shifts to physical activity. We explain the benefits of exercise for people with diabetes, including frequency, intensity, time, and types of exercise. A certified wellness coach then gets everybody moving and feeling great with 20 minutes of stretching and using resistance bands. We finish up with a discussion of the benefits of stress management and practice some deep breathing and relaxation.

The fourth class, “Eat Smart, Change Your Lifestyle”, will be offered on April 26, June 28, September 27, and November 22, 2016 from 1-3 pm at [location].Do you feel like you hear a lot of information about eating, but still don’t know what to do? This class focuses on the “how to” aspects of changing what you eat. Topics include tips about shopping for healthy meals, portion sizes, easy ways to cut calories, avoiding common eating traps, tips on how to eat healthier. The class will end with a discussion of how to set personal goals for improving your lifestyle.

All four classes will be taught byexperienced, Certified Diabetes Educators from the University of Virginia Diabetes Education and Management Program. The programs will be broadcast live from UVA using telehealth technology that allows the educators to speak directly with those attending the class and answer their individual questions.

Don’t miss this opportunity to get reliable, research-based information on how to better care for your diabetes and to get your questions answered. You will be glad you did because people who keep their blood glucose as close to normal as possible have fewer problems with their eyes, nerves, and kidneys, and fewer heart problems later in life.

To register for these free classes call[contact person] at [organization, and phone number]

The programs are presented as a public service by the Virginia Center for Diabetes Professional Education at the University of Virginia. Partners in this effort are the UVA Diabetes Education and Management Program and the UVA Office of Telemedicine.