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Diabetes Self Management Program

Register at the front desk for the Take Charge of Your Health a       Diabetes Self Management Program (DSMP) being held on Wednesdays from July 13, to August 24, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. There is no cost to participate.

   The first session will be an introduction to the workshop,followed by six weeks of classes. Except for the introductory session, the classes will be 2 1/2 hours long. Each participant in the workshop

receives a FREE copy of the companion book, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions.

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   Subjects covered include: 1) techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, and emotional   problems such as depression, anger, fear and frustration; 2) appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and  endurance; 3) healthy eating 4) appropriate use of medication; and 5) working more effectively with health care providers. Participants will develop weekly action plans, share experiences, and help each other solve problems they encounter in formulating and carrying out their self-management program. To register call 410-887-2594.

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