National Diabetes Month Education Series
Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2024
American Diabetes Month is observed in November. According to the American Diabetes Association, over 37 million Americans have diabetes. If you or someone you care for is affected by diabetes, join us for this series of presentations that will address important components of managing prediabetes or diabetes. These sessions are open to anyone but especially helpful for those who have or know of someone with diabetes or prediabetes. A different topic will be covered during each virtual evening session. You only have to register once, and you choose which sessions you want to attend. The sessions will not be recorded.
Diabetes Simplified--A Deeper Understanding
Nov. 5, 2024
Join us as we discuss ways to be proactive and begin the process of good self-management with your diabetes. We will explore common terms and types of diabetes and how this disease affects the body and how diabetes is diagnosed.
Nov. 12, 2024
Smart Food Choices--To Help Prevent and Manage Type 2 Diabetes
Planning meals can be overwhelming and sometimes frustrating. Our team will break down the process into steps, starting with food choices that support your health goals and identifying ways to shop for healthy foods with your budget in mind. We will finish with ideas and tips on making shopping for food less stressful.
Keep Moving--Removing the Mystery of Being Active to Prevent and Manage Type 2 Diabetes
Nov. 26, 2024
We know how important physical activity is for our health, but barriers can get in the way of staying active. You will learn ways to cope with these barriers and discover the various types of physical activity and options for staying active for your health goals. Enjoy a little bit of chair yoga during the presentation.
This series will be available over Zoom. Instructions on Zoom software and setup will be sent in the confirmation email and a reminder email before each session.
Cost: FREE
Registration for Diabetes Awareness Month Education Series is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on November 25, 2024.
There are 980 openings available.
Accommodations
Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.