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Activities Offered
  • Dance
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  • Accessible by Public Transportation: No

  • Transportation Provided by the Program: No

Notes

The FirstHealth Diabetes Self-Management Program is accredited by the American Diabetes Association. They offer programs for children, women with diabetes during pregnancy (gestational diabetes) and adults of all ages.

The Comprehensive Diabetes Education Program includes:

  • Individual counseling with a nurse and a dietitian
  • Group instruction
  • Follow-up session

This program benefits individuals who have recently been diagnosed with diabetes but have never been through a diabetes education program.

What will you learn in this program?

  • Nutrition, including an individualized meal plan
  • Exercise options
  • Stress management, including relaxation techniques
  • Medications
  • Blood sugar monitoring
  • Maintaining your health