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:

Thursday, September 1, 2011
Topic: Diabetes Viewpoint (Panel Discussion)
Speakers: Ash Jain, M.D., Cardiologist; Prasad Katta, M.D., Endocrinologist; Anna Mazzei, R.D., CDE; Vida Reed, R.N., CDE
Time: 7 to 8 p.m.

Thursday, October 6, 2011
Topic: Making Diabetes a Good Fit for Health
Speaker: Ivar Blomquist, MS
Time: 7 to 8 p.m.

Thursday, November 3, 2011
Topic: Food Shopping Strategies for People with Diabetes
Speaker: Anna Mazzei, R.D., CDE and Pauline Chau, R.D., CDE
Time: 7 to 8 p.m.

Thursday, December 1, 2011
Topic: To Be Announced
Speaker: TBA
Time: 7 to 8 p.m.

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.