“Keeping Up to Date with your Diabetes”

 Ask the Experts  

Have you ever wanted to sit face to face with local diabetes experts outside of a hospital setting to learn more about your diabetes? Diabetes Ireland is delighted to offer you this opportunity., We have gathered four experts from a variety of fields in the area of Type 2 diabetes to answer YOUR questions. To do this, join us

on Tuesday 5^th December 2017 from 7pm – 9pm in The Royal Hotel Bray

Jenny Dunbar from Diabetes Ireland will introduce the Speakers. Following this, you and fellow attendees will be divided into small groups (no more than 12) at a round discussion table. Our experts will move from table to table in rotation for a 20 minute Q&A sessions. This should allow for easy conversation and give you the opportunity to ask them anything you like about your diabetes, or just listen.

The topics for discussion are:

• Knowing your Medication Mr Paul Burns. Pharmacist, Bray Co Wicklow

• “Carbohydrates and how to control blood glucose: What do I need to know?” Ms Pauline Dunne Senior Dietitian, Diabetes Ireland

• “Understanding my numbers; why blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose levels are     so important”

  Ms Deirdre Hall, Community Diabetes Specialist Nurse

• “Tips for self-management of your feet” Ms Michelle Hooban. Podiatrist, Diabetes Ireland

To avail of this opportunity, register today by completing the enclosed form or ring Sheila (Diabetes Ireland) on Lo-Call 1850 909 909 or 01 8428118. It is €5 to register and please note that we have a maximum of 48 places. So register today and do not miss out. There will be light refreshments available at 8pm.