NEWS RELEASE
OPELOUSAS GENERAL HEALTH SYSTEM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: DEANNA LEJEUNE
MARKETING REP
(337) 948-5170
FAX: (337) 942-2968
Opelousas General Health System to host "Taking Control of Diabetes"
Opelousas, LA, 11/10/11, Opelousas General Health System will host a program entitled, “Taking Control of Diabetes”, on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 in the 3rd floor Conference Room at 8:30 a.m.
A diabetic patient will share his personal experience with living with diabetes. He knows firsthand the challenges and obstacles to maintaining control of diabetes. He will talk about topics including:
· Achieving good glucose control
· Learning about effective self-management
· Developing a balanced, healthy lifestyle
· Planning and prioritizing diabetes management
· Overcoming fears surrounding diabetes
· Finding resources for diabetes support
The Centers for Disease Control estimates that more than 20 million Americans have diabetes – six million of whom are unaware they have the disease. If you are a loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes, or if you want to learn more about the disease plan to attend this free educational session.
For more information, contact Michelle Lindsly at 337-594-3801.
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