When was the last time you thought about changing your diet and lifestyle to improve your diabetes and overall health?
Free group education sessions are being planned at a nearby community health centre to help you better understand and manage your condition.
Knowing how to eat well, exercise and manage your medication is important.
Health risks of uncontrolled diabetes
Diabetes is a silent disease. You may not be aware of the damage and risks uncontrolled diabetes may have on your health until it is too late.
Common diabetes health complications:
🚫 heart disease
🚫 chronic kidney disease
🚫 nerve damage
🚫 problems with feet due to poor circulation
🚫 poor oral health
🚫 vision impairment
🚫 hearing impairment
🚫 poor mental health
The good news is positive food and activity choices can have a lot of health benefits including:
✅ better blood glucose levels
✅ lower blood pressure
✅ lower cholesterol
✅ weight loss
✅ lower risk of diabetes complications
✅ more energy
✅ better sleep
Each session runs for two hours in a small, friendly group where you can ask questions, meet others, and share experiences. Speak to your GP if you have any questions or concerns about your type 2 diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes group education session expression of interest
Register your interest to attend a group education session to help you manage your condition and live a healthier lifestyle. Session details (date, time and location) will be confirmed once enough interest is reached - this may take a month or more.
Privacy notice: The information you provide will only be used to help organise your attendance at the session. It won’t be shared or used for any other purpose.
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Sessions for patients living in South Western Sydney made possible thanks to the partnership between South Western Sydney PHN and South Western Sydney Local Health District.