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Diabetes Conference April
1 and 2 in Montgomery
Auburn, March 8, 2004---The
Alabama Cooperative Extension System is sponsoring its third annual
Diabetes Conference April 1 and 2 at the Governors House Hotel and
Conference Center in Montgomery. The theme for this year’s conference
is “Reversing Diabetes and Obesity Trends in Alabama Through the
Promotion of Lifestyle Changes.”
"The two-day event will provide a
wealth of updated information on diabetes and childhood obesity
helpful to all health care providers, county agents and others dealing
with people with diabetes and obesity," said Dr. Evelyn Crayton,
Extension assistant director, family and community programs.
Unfortuantely, Alabama ranks number
one nationwide in number of diabetes cases, and the state facing a
childhood obesity epidemic.
“Through education, we hope to help
people who are diabetic and those who love them learn to manage this
chronic condition,” Crayton said. “The conference will also focus on
childhood obesity and some strategies for its prevention. “
Workshops will provide updates on
Alabama diabetes and childhood obesity statistics, foot care, nutrient
and drug interaction, nutrition and diet management, diabetes flu and
pneumonia prevention, exercise and physical activity, chronic wound
care, psychosocial aspects of coping with chronic disease and grant
opportunities in obesity and diabetes.
Important things to ask when you visit
your doctor, things to do if you are sick; Medicare coverage of
diabetes, Medicaid for children, the incidence of obesity in three
Alabama county schools, diabetes in children and handling medical
emergencies will also be discussed. In addition, information will be
available on organizing support groups and coalition building.
On-site screenings will be available
for asthma, bone density, cholesterol, blood pressure and blood
lipids.
A one-hour panel discussion scheduled
for Thursday night will feature Cooperative Extension agents from
several counties who will share results of their diabetes cooking
schools.
Cost of registration for the two-day
event is $120 if you register before March 17 and $150 after that
date. Cost includes all educational materials, meals and snacks
during breaks. For those who can only attend one day, registration is
$90 if you register before March 17 and $100 after March 17.
Anyone interested in attending the
workshop must pre-register. For more information, contact Crayton at
(334) 844-2224 or (334) 844-7007.
Source: Dr. Evelyn Crayton, Assistant
Director Family and Community Programs, Alabama Cooperative Extension
System (334) 844-2224.
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