Griffin Hospital in Derby to host talks about living with diabetes

DERBY - The Diabetes Education & Support Group at Griffin Hospital will host two free discussions about being prepared for dangerous situations in living with diabetes on Feb. 10.
The hospital is at 130 Division St.

Entitled “Disaster Preparedness for People with Diabetes,” the programs will discuss ways individuals can be prepared for potential disasters. 

Topics of the talk include: Helpful Hints about Insulin, Pens and Syringes; Things to Remember; Hot Weather Tips; Food Items to be Stored; Food Considerations during a Disaster; and Sick Day Rules during a Disaster.

The presentations will be at 2:30 p.m. in the hospital’s Childbirth Classroom A, and at 6:30 p.m. in the hospital’s Dining Room. Ask for directions to these rooms at the hospital’s front desk.

The Diabetes Education & Support Group meets September - June on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss the management of diabetes, its challenges and day-to-day dietary concerns. 
All diabetics and their families are welcome to attend. No registration is required. Free valet parking is available for the 2:30 p.m. session. 
For more information, call Mary Swansiger, 203-732-1137.


This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.