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Community Corner

Diabetes 101

Debra Mullins, Neighbor

Beth Caffrey, a Registered Dietician with Hartford Hospital’s Diabetes
LifeCare Team with provide a clear definition of prediabetes and
diabetes.  She will discuss how they screen for both and how to prevent diabetes even if you have prediabetes. 
She will also discuss the roles of weight loss, healthy eating and activity as well as the
importance of Diabetes Self Management training and Medical Nutrition Therapy
if you already have diabetes. Space is limited and reservations are required.
The lecture is open to the public and free of charge. Light refreshments will
be served. Please reserve your seat in advance by calling 860-653-9888 or
emailing outreach@meadowbrookofgranby.com.

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