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Diabetes Support Group at Mecosta County Medical Center |
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| WHEN: |
The group meets the first Thursday of every month at 3:00PM. |
| WHERE: |
In the MCMC Boardroom. |
| WHO: |
Individuals affected by diabetes directly, or have a friend, spouse, or family member who is diabetic, who want to be more educated about diabetes through group support and speakers. (Children are welcome but should be accompanied by an adult.) |
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Physicians, nurses, dieticians, medical specialists, FSU clinical experts, and community professionals talk about various topics including dental, eye and body care; nutrition, exercise, new research, medicine, and supplies. |
| BENEFIT: |
By attending every month, you can learn how to have a positive influence on your blood glucose and your overall health by choosing foods wisely, exercising regularly, reducing your stress level, and making modest lifestyle changes. |
| CONTACT: |
Amy Wemple, MCMC Education Coordinator at (231) 592-4380. |
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Diabetes Self-Management Education Program at MCMC |
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This 3-part series is offered on a regular basis. Day and evening classes are available. |
| WHERE: |
MCMC Classroom. |
| WHO: |
Individuals affected by diabetes directly, and have a physician referral. |
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A multidisciplinary team including a registered dietitian and a registered nurse. |
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During the course of the group sessions you will learn more about: the diabetes disease process, treatment options, nutrition management, acute/chronic complications, problem solving, monitoring, utilizing medications, physical activity, and goal setting. |
| CONTACT: |
Amy Wemple, MCMC Education Coordinator at (231) 592-4380. |
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Facts about Diabetes |
Total prevalence of diabetes in the United States, 2005
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| Total amount: |
20.8 million people–7.0% of the population–have diabetes. |
| Diagnosed: |
14.6 million people |
| Undiagnosed: |
6.2 million people |
| Age 20 years or older: |
20.6 million or 9.6% of all people in this age group have diabetes. |
| Age 60 years or older: |
10.3 million or 20.9% of all people in this age group have diabetes. |
| Men: |
10.9 million, or 10.5% of all women aged 20 years or older have diabetes. |
| Women: |
9.7 million, or 8.8% of all women aged 20 years or older have diabetes. |
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An estimated number of 1.5 million new cases of diagnosed diabetes in people aged 20 years or older, by age group - United States, 2005
Source: 2001-2003 National Health Interview Survey estimates projected to year 2005.
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