Take Charge Of your Diabetes!

• The Diabetes Self-Management Program is an educational program to help people with diabetes learn to live successfully with diabetes.
• The diabetes management program consists of approximately 5 sessions, offered over a 3-6 month time frame.
• At each session, you will learn more about how you can take control of your diabetes and successfully live with diabetes.

Becky Petty, RN, is the nurse educator for the diabetes program. She can answer your questions about diabetes management, provide specific instructions and training in the use of a blood sugar meter and assist you with goals for improved management. She will also help you understand label reading, eating out, and carbohydrate counting. With the expertise of a dietician, a personalized meal plan can be developed to meet your needs.

For more information, call Skyline Hospital (509) 493-1101, ext. 3367, E-mail to rebeccap@skylinehospital.com or talk to your primary health care provider. Diabetes education is covered by Medicare and most medical plans!