A free, monthly diabetes education class with expert speakers (for the first hour), and group discussion (for the last hour), provides science-based information to help all community members increase knowledge about diabetes. Individuals and families who live with diabetes are encouraged to attend. No registration is required - just show up!

When: First Thursday of the month (except July),
Time: Lecture: 7 to 8 p.m. Support Group: 8 to 9 p.m.
Where: Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium (Washington West, 2500 Mowry)
See map below for class locations.
Call: (510) 745-6556 for more information

Click on the links below to learn more about our upcoming Diabetes Matters seminars:

March 4, 2010
Topic: What You Need to Know About Your Diabetes Medications
Speaker: Doris Wong, PharmD

April 1, 2010
Topic: Management of Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
Speaker: Prasda Katta, M.D., Endocrinology

May 6, 2010
Topic: Connecting the Dots: Diabetes and Gum Disease
Speaker: Ruchi Nijjar-Sahota, DDS

June 3, 2010
Topic: Diabetes Management at School: Preschool to College
Speakers: Lynn Franks, R.N., CDE & Sandra Mertesdorf, R.N., CDE


If you wish to get on the mailing list to receive flyers about specific, upcoming events, please contact Vida Reed, R.N., Certified Diabetes Educator at Washington Hospital at (510) 745-6556 or email vida_reed@whhs.com.