Our basic diabetes education class is designed for people with diabetes who want to learn more about the disease and how to manage it. The class covers a range of topics, including:

Understanding diabetes: This session covers the basics of diabetes, including the different types of diabetes, causes, symptoms, and complications.

Healthy eating: This session provides an overview of healthy eating habits and how they can help manage diabetes, including meal planning, portion control, and carbohydrate counting.

Physical activity: This session covers the importance of physical activity in managing diabetes, including types of exercises, intensity, and frequency.

Medications: This session provides an overview of diabetes medications, how they work, and their potential side effects.

Blood sugar monitoring: This session covers how to monitor blood sugar levels, why it's important, and how to interpret the results.

Coping with diabetes: This session covers the emotional and psychological aspects of diabetes management, including stress management and finding support.

By the end of the class, participants will have a solid understanding of diabetes and the tools and resources they need to manage it effectively.