Calhoun Times

Gordon Hospital offers special diabetes education class in honor of American Diabetes Month

- Staff Reports

(Calhoun, Ga.) -- In honor of American Diabetes Month, Gordon Hospital is hosting a special diabetes education class with refreshmen­ts and free glucose meters on Friday, Nov. 17 in Conference Room A ( enter through Gordon Hospital’s East Entrance) from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Designed to provide informatio­n and education to those diagnosed with diabetes, this free class covers topics such as blood glucose monitoring, diabetic risk reduction, living an active life, medication review, healthy eating, problem solving, and healthy coping.

“I love attending the diabetes education classes at Gordon Hospital,” said Cathy Bryant, a regular attendee. “Each class is beneficial, and I especially enjoy trying the diabetic-friendly foods they provide. I can’t wait to try out the recipes myself!”

“I look forward to every class,” said Sharon Decamp, a regular attendee. “I always learn something new, and I like the people.”

For more informatio­n or to RSVP, please call 706.602.7800 ext. 2290 or 2310. About Gordon Hospital Founded in 1935, Gordon Hospital is proud to be a member of Adventist Health System. With 45 hospital campuses and more than 8,300 licensed beds in nine states, Adventist Health System is a faith-based healthcare organizati­on headquarte­red in Altamonte Springs, Florida. A national leader in quality, safety, and patient satisfacti­on, Adventist Health System’s more than 80,000 employees maintain a tradition of whole-person health by caring for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of every patient. Each Adventist Health System facility operates independen­tly in delivering care and services to best meet the needs of the local communitie­s they serve. While each entity is unique, all remain united in one mission of extending the healing ministry of Christ.

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