Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, with rates even higher than those of COVID-19. Prevent becoming a statistic by adopting healthy lifestyle habits.
North Oaks Cardiology Clinic Nurse and General Practitioner Charlie Shelton will delve deeper into ways to reduce the risk of heart disease at the next North Oaks Diabetes Education Meeting on July 13th, 4-5pm
The topics of diabetes-related heart disease and the management of blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol and weight will be discussed in the free session.
Provider recommendations are not required; However, seats are limited and registration is required. To reserve your spot, visit www.northoaks.org/classes or call (985) 243-9106.
North Oaks Diabetes Education Meetings are held at the North Oaks Diagnostic Center at 15837 Paul Vega, MD, Drive in Hammond.
During the meeting, the COVID-19 safety measures that apply to health facilities as set out by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the state of Louisiana will apply.
North Oaks Diabetes Education offers monthly group meetings. Subject matter experts are invited to discuss insights on current health issues related to diabetes to help attendees lead healthier lives.
Each meeting also includes time for participants to ask questions and share experiences, tips, ideas, and concerns with diabetes experts and with one another.
The American Diabetes Association recognizes that North Oaks Diabetes Education meets the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education.
For more information on upcoming meetings, call the North Oaks Education Department at (985) 243-9106 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays or visit www.northoaks.org/diabetes.
