Starke Hospital Invites the Community to Upcoming Diabetes Classes
8/12/2019
Knox, IN – Starke Hospital offers the following diabetes programs – some free of charge – to help patients in the community avoid a diagnosis or manage the disease.
Pre-Diabetes Individual Appointments
Come learn about the risk factors for diabetes and steps to manage pre-diabetes. This information is perfect for individuals who may have had an abnormal blood sugar reading, or whose doctors have expressed concerns about the possibility of developing diabetes. Call 574-772-1183 to make an appointment.
Diabetes Self-Management Classes
This is a comprehensive program to empower you to control your own health. A physician’s order and pre-registration are required. Classes begin at the start of each month and continue for four weeks. Classes are offered from 9 -11 a.m. on Tuesdays. Call 574-772-1183 for details.
Individual Appointments
A physician’s order and pre-registration are required. Appoints may be made with either a certified diabetes educator or registered dietitian depending you’re your needs: insulin, injectable, gestational diabetes, continuous glucose monitoring and nutritional education. Call 574-772-1183 for appointments.
Diabetes Support Group
The Diabetes Support Group provides those with diabetes and a support team a place to share ideas, experiences, and problems related to diabetes. The group meets the fourth Tuesday of the month from 11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. in the First Floor Conference Room at Starke Hospital, 102 E. Culver Road, Knox. Call 219-326-2478 for details. There is no fee associated with attending the support group.
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