Durban North Diabetes Workshop

Dear Attendee,

?We apologise for the inconvenience of the cancelation of our annual Diabetes Event, this is due to 3 of our Speakers have taken Ill and we will have to postpone the event to a new date. We thank you for your support and taking the next step in your health and wellness journey.

If you have any queries, please contact us on 031 563-7577 and we will be more than happy to assist.

Have a great day going forward.

Thank you

The Team at the Durban North Diabetes Workshop

Join us at the Parkhill Bowling Club from 13:00 to 16:00 for an informative and interactive Diabetes Workshop hosted by The Durban North Pharmacy, Dr. Natasha Thumbiran, and Healthucation. This event will feature leading experts in the field, offering valuable insights and practical advice for both preventing and living with diabetes.

What We’ll Cover:

1. Preventing Diabetes:

·      Learn about healthy eating habits and the role of physical activity in reducing your risk of Type 2 diabetes.

·      Discover how obesity, genetic factors, and lifestyle choices like smoking and alcohol consumption influence diabetes risk.

2. Managing Diabetes:

·      Understand the importance of blood sugar management and how to make sense of glucose readings for better control.

·      Experts will guide you on medication, including insulin and oral treatments, and provide tips for carbohydrate counting and meal planning.

3. Diabetes and Organ Health:

·      Learn how diabetes affects key organs such as the heart, kidneys, and eyes, and what you can do to prevent complications like heart disease, diabetic nephropathy, and retinopathy.

·      Understand the link between diabetes and nerve damage (neuropathy), particularly in the feet, and learn about proper foot care.

4. Overall Well-being:

·      Explore the connection between mental health and diabetes, and discover practical strategies for managing stress and emotional health.

·      Our experts will also discuss how to stay active with exercise that's safe and effective for diabetics, as well as tips for maintaining oral and skin health.

5. Complications and Advanced Care:

·      Get crucial information on diabetic skin care, prevention of infections, and tips on how to avoid long-term complications.

·      Learn about the impact of diabetes on brain health and cognitive function.

This workshop will be a hands-on, interactive session designed to help you or your loved ones take control of diabetes and live a healthier life. You’ll have access to leading professionals, practical advice, and valuable resources to support your journey with diabetes.

Tickets available for R100 at Quicket or Durban North Pharmacy. Don’t miss this chance to improve your health and well-being with expert guidance! contact [email protected] or Chat on WhatsApp with +27 60 300 5380