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Gifford hosts diabetes informational event

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Vermont Business Magazine On Thursday, December 1, Gifford Wellness presents: Diabetes. This free event at Gifford’s Conference Center in Randolph from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. will have educational presentations from our expert care team on a variety of topics related to type 1 and type 2 diabetes:

  • Diabetes Basics
  • Continuous Glucose Monitoring
  • The Importance of Foot Care
  • Staying Active
  • The Emotions of a Diagnosis and Chronic Illness
  • Nutrition Tips
  • The Benefits of Health Coaching and Self-Management Classes

Photo L to R: Gifford Nurse Practitioner, Katie John and Gifford Diabetes Educator, Jennifer Stratton both of Gifford’s Diabetes Clinic.

“Hopefully there will be a little bit for everybody,” Gifford Nurse Practitioner, Katie John said. “It’s important for people with diabetes to understand their diagnosis, learn about management options and how Gifford’s services can play a part in that.”

Gifford Wellness provides information to our community on a wide variety of health topics. From in-person events to educational and informative videos, blog posts, and social media, we aim to provide our patients and our community with the support you need to keep you healthy for life.

Anyone who has diabetes or knows someone who does are welcome to attend. RSVP is encouraged. For questions or to RSVP, please contact Katja Evans at (802) 728-2377.

Gifford is a community hospital in Randolph, Vt., with family health centers in Berlin, Bethel, Chelsea, Randolph, Rochester, and specialty services throughout central Vermont. A Federally Qualified Health Center and a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital in the country, Gifford is a full-service hospital with a 24-hour emergency department and inpatient unit; many surgical services; an adult day program; 49-unit independent living facility, and nursing home. Its mission is to improve individuals’ and community health by providing and assuring access to affordable, high-quality health care in Gifford’s service area.

RANDOLPH, Vt., November 15, 2022—giffordhealthcare.org