TCCH is offering a free, four-part diabetic education course for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The course will be held at TCCH Oslo, 1545 9th Street SW, from 10 am – 11 am on Nov. 11, Dec. 2 and 16, and Jan. 13 or, at TCCH Gifford 4675 28th Ct., from 10 am – 11 am Nov. 12, Dec. 3 and 17, and Jan. 14.

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Educational components will focus on the importance of A1C tests, individual goals, easy blood glucose testing without fingersticks, tracking progress, handling challenges and celebrating successes. Attendees will learn how to prevent diabetic complications, assistance with the cost of medications and supplies, and ideas and resources to help with diabetes stress and fatigue. Each session will have guest speakers, health and diabetes giveaways, and continuous glucose monitor education. Colleen Symanski, TCCH RN and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist will facilitate the educational courses.

An A1C test helps type 1 and type 2 diabetics measure their average blood sugars for the past two or three months. This test diagnoses diabetes, establishes a baseline A1C level, monitors blood sugar levels and signals how well an individual’s diabetic treatment plan is working.

TCCH diabetes educators and support coaches are always available to help support a healthy lifestyle through this course or through an office appointment.

To register for this course, contact Symanski at 772-257-8224, etc. 1142 or email csymanski@ttchinc.org. Please include your first and last name, a contact phone, if your mobile phone is an Android or iPhone and if you prefer the Oslo of Gifford location.