Two Opportunities To Learn About Diabetes

"Diabetes 2008"
April 25, Rockefeller 122, 4:30-5:30pm
Attend this lecture to hear Joanne Kearnes, MA, RD, CDE, talk about diabetes. She will discuss general information about diabetes focusing on facts and figures, medications, dietary habits, exercise, and research opportunities. Lecture sponsored by the Cornell University Defeat Diabetes Coalition. Contact Jun Yu (jy255@cornell.edu) with any questions. No registration necessary. This lecture is open to the entire Cornell community.

"Take Control of Your Diabetes"
April 30, Boyce Thompson Institute Auditorium, 12:00-1:00pm
Hear "A1C Champion", Charles Wiggens, talk about his diabetes and share solutions for keeping blood sugar under control. Geared primarily for Type 2 diabetics, it does not matter whether you are on oral medications or taking insulin. In addition, Sue Calgano, an expert CDE (Certified Diabetes Educator) will be on hand to answer your specific questions. All participants will receive a free One-Touch® glucometer. This event is sponsored by the Diabetes Support Group on campus, the CU Wellness Program, the American Dietetic Association, and Sanofi Aventis. No registration necessary. Open to the entire Cornell community.