Diabetes Support Group

The goal of Labette Health Diabetes Support Group, is to give support to each other and present new information and recommendations in accordance with the American Diabetes Association.

     The plans have been made to have some very interesting and informative speakers for 2008. The meetings are held on the first Tuesday evening of the month at 6:30 pm at Labette Health in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.  Come and get support from others like you that are facing the every day challenges of Diabetes Management.

Diabetes Support Group Schedule....

January -- No Meeting

February 5, 2008

What if I can't walk?

Bob Burnett, RPT

Director of Rehab services at Labette Health

March 4, 2008

Why see a dentist, I have dentures?

Jon Siebrasse, DDS

April 1, 2008

Insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring.

Sherri Harrison

Medtronics

May 6, 2008

Living well with Diabetes.  What is an insulin pen?

Jay Marlay

Novo Nordisk

June 3, 2008

Diabetes Supplies

Burl Moore, RPH

Wal-Mart Pharmacist

July -- No Meeting

August 5, 2008

Different ways to get exercise and not leave the House!

Bob Burnett, RPT

Director of Rehab Services, Labette Health

September 2, 2008

Why persons with diabetes should have good Dental care!

Jon Siebrasse, DDS

October 7, 2008

How to make good food choices when dining out.

Marsha Wingate

Labette Health's consulting Registered Dietician

November 4, 2008

A taste of the Holidays

A sample of food and recipes in accordance with a Diabetic meal plan.

Marsha Wingate

Labette Health's consulting Registered Dietician

December -- No Meeting