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k Kindergarten Clinics!!!! Aug. 5, Aug. 19. By Appointment Only. 9AM-3 PM. Call 618-283-1044.
   
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Aug 2, 2010, Footcare Clinic,1PM-3PM, Fayette County Health Dept. $10
   
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Aug 13, 2010, Footcare Clinic,8:30PM-3PM, Fayette County Health Dept. $10
   
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Aug 16, 2010, Footcare Clinic,1PM-3PM, Fayette County Health Dept. $10
   
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Aug 27, 2010, Footcare Clinic,8:30PM-3PM, Fayette County Health Dept. $10
   
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Aug 30, 2010, Footcare Clinic,1PM-3PM, Fayette County Health Dept. $10
   
k Sept 6, 2010, Fayette County Health Dept. will be CLOSED in observance of Labor Day
   

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Fayette County Health Department offers a free, informational based program that will educate participants of issues relevant to living with diabetes and services available to them. Participants receive a bi-monthly newsletter and updates on available services. The purpose of this program is to identify persons with diabetes and to provide workshops, informational , educational newsletters that include such topics as medication, foot/eye care, recipes and local resources.

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 January 2010-Lifestyle Changes Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk   July-
   

February 2010-February is Heart Month-What is the connection between diabetes, heart disease, and stroke?

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  March 2010-FCHD Observes Diabetes Alert Day, Tuesday March 23rd   September-
   
  April 2010-Tips for Teens- Lower Your Risk for Type 2 Diabetes   October-
   
  May 2010-Diabetes Know Your ABC's   November-
   
  June 2010-Smoking May Increase Your Risk Of Diabetes   December-
 
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Take the test to see if you are at risk
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To learn more about your risk and it's complications, get your Diabetes PHD (Personal Health Decision) today.

Diabetes PHD
 

Take Action Now to lower your risk:

    • Get physical activity every day
    • Eat less fat and salt
    • Eat more fiber - choose whole grains, fruits, vegetables and beans
    • Stay at a healthy weight
    • Stop smoking- ask your provider to help Call the Illinois Quitline - 1-866-QuitYes
    • Know your risk factors
    • Get tested for diabetes

    Learning About Diabetes
 

Take Control NOW of the ABC's of diabetes and live a long and healthy life.

A is for A1C
The A1C (A-one-C) test-short for hemoglobin A1C- measures your average blood glucose (sugar) over the last 3 months. 
Suggested target: Below 7

B is for blood pressure
High blood pressure makes your heart work too hard.
Suggested target: below 130/80

C is for cholesterol
Bad cholesterol, of LDL, builds up and clogs your arteries.
Suggested LDL target: below 100

 

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    The mission of the Illinois Diabetes Prevention and Control Program is to lessen the burden of diabetes through prevention and intervention activities.

Fayette County Health Department's Diabetes Prevention and Control Program offers a variety of services to local residents including:

button Quarterly Diabetes Coalition Meetings

button Referral to Pharmacies for Glucose Monitoring Machines

button Free newsletters and diabetes literature

button Flu and pneumonia shots available

button Free booklets, brochures and pamphlets

button Self management instructions

button Referrals to medical doctors and specialists

For a calendar of local events and activities, click here.

To read the latest newsletter, click here.

To learn more about diabetes prevention and control, and diabetes complications, please us the links below

 
 
Diabetes Links
 

General Information
American Diabetes Association National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
National Diabetes Education Program USDA Diabetes Information
USDA Diabetes Information for Women Latino Diabetes Association
 

Children with Diabetes
Children with Diabetes Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
 

Diabetes Related Conditions
The Neuropathy Association American Heart Association
National Stroke Association National Kidney Foundation
National Eye Institute Prevent Blindness America
American Podiatric Medical Association Simple Steps to Better Dental Health
 

Nutrition
American Dietetic Association Diabetic Recipes
Diabetic Cooking Changing Life with Diabetes
 

Exercise
Steps to a Healthier US Everyday Choices for a Healthier Life
Source: National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP), a joint program of the NIH and CDC

Call the Fayette County Health Department at 618-283-1044 for an appointment

 

 

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