Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes instructed by Paula Schnur-Tacker
This is an educational program for people with Type 2 diabetes. The primary goal is to help participants learn how to manage their blood glucose in the ranges recommended by the American Diabetes Association and how to manage their meal plans. The Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes curriculum provides the foundation for the program and ensures consistent, quality education across the state. Developed by health and nutrition education professionals, the curriculum is consistent with American Diabetes Association standards.
Location: Wilson Bldg., Rm. 124
2006 Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes Schedule
Topic Date
What is Diabetes?
First Step to Diabetes Nutrition
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Thursday, June 1
6 – 8:30 p.m.
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Dietary Treatment of Diabetes
Managing Your Blood Sugar
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Thursday, June 8
6 – 8:30 p.m.
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One Diabetes Diet – No Longer the Sole Option
Diabetes and Exercise
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Monday, June 12
6 – 8:30 p.m.
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Nutrition Labels
Foot Care
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Thursday, June 15
6 – 8:30 p.m.
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For Good Measures
Health Check-ups
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Monday, June 19
6 – 8:30 p.m.
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Eating Out
Diabetes Medicine
Graduation
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Thursday, June 22
6 – 8:30 p.m.
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Investing for Beginners (60 minute presentation) (New)
This seminar is designed for new or beginning investors. Topics include types of investments (stocks, bonds, currencies, commodities and precious metals), investment strategies including assets allocation and use of trailing stops, how to evaluate stocks, managing your own portfolio versus using a financial advisor and selecting a broker. No personal financial advice will be provided including specific equity recommendations.
Instructor: Eino Lilback
Date: Thurs., July 13
Time: 6 – 7 p.m.
Location: Wilson Bldg., Rm. 114
Hurricane Preparedness Seminar
What ingredients are necessary for a hurricane to form? Can humans stop hurricanes? Basic scientific information about hurricanes as well as the latest on hurricane research will be discussed. Audience members will learn how to better understand tropical forecasts and terminology. Successes and challenges of past, present and future hurricane forecasting methods will also be explored.
Presenters: Shelley Sink, KBTV, Ch. 4
Jeff Kelley, Orange County Emergency Management Coordinator
Lew Fincher, Hurricane Consulting, Inc.
Date: Thurs., July 13
Time: 9-Noon
Location: Wilson Bldg., Rm. 134
For Information and registration Call
409.882.3321
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