April:
NEED HELP WITH DIABETES???
The Somerset County Health Department and the
Atlantic Health Center are currently providing an
extensive program offering a variety of diabetes services. We
understand the importance of
diabetes management which is why we have
devised a team of healthcare professionals to help you on this
journey. These professionals can provide education and encouragement
to help you take better control of your health.
The following health care
professionals are available to provide the services described.
Diabetes Educator:
will teach you about the day to day care of your diabetes;
can help you with monitoring your blood sugar, healthy ways to cope
with diabetes, reduce your risks for diabetes related complications,
teach you about your specific medications, refer you to self
-management classes, and much more.
Registered Dietitian:
an expert in food and nutrition, the dietitian will help you find a
meal plan that works for you, can teach you about healthy food
preparation, reading food labels choosing healthier foods,
increasing your level of physical activity, and much more.
Clinician:
will look after your overall health as well as diabetes management;
help with your glucose testing, medications, answer any overall
health questions and concerns, and much more.
Both the Somerset County Health Department and the
Atlantic Health Center are holding FREE* diabetes
clinics with the purpose of providing additional help to people who
might be having some difficulty managing their diabetes. The
following is the information on each clinic and a contact number.
Clinic Locations and Time
Somerset County Health Department
Where: 7920 Crisfield Highway, Westover, MD.
21871
When: Every other Monday
Time: 8:30-12 noon
Call:
443-523-1760 (for schedule and appointment)
Upcoming Dates: April 19 & 26; May 3 & 17; June
7 & 21
Atlantic Health Center
Where: Atlantic Health Center
When:
Every other Thursday
Time: 8:30-12 noon
Call: 410-641-9703 (for schedule and
appointment)
Upcoming Dates: April 1 & 15 & 29; May 13 & 27 ; June 10 & 24
Each appointment consists of:
-
FREE Glucometer and Strips for those who
qualify
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Voucher for medications* (restrictions
apply)
-
A1C Finger-stick and Blood Glucose Test
-
Blood Pressure Screening
-
ADA Risk Assessment
-
Dietitian- Nutrition Consultation
-
Diabetes Educator Consultation
*Requirements:
Somerset or Worcester
Co. residents or employee; 18 years or older
You are not
alone when it comes to taking care of your diabetes. We are
here to be a part of your health care team to manage your
diabetes and take care of your health.
Remember
YOU are
the most important person on your team!
CALL US!
Upcoming Clinics – AGH and Somerset County Health Department
Somerset County Health
Department- Clinics held Mondays 8:30-11:30
am
• April 5
• April 19
• May 3
•
May 17
• June 7
• June 21
Atlantic Health Center-
Clinics held Thursdays 8:30-12:00 noon
• April 1
•
April 15
• April 29
• May 13
• May 27
• June 10
•
June 24
Free Smoking Group
Smoking Cessation Programs
Sponsored by the Worcester County Health
Department
Berlin Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, Tuesdays, 5-6 pm,
April 6th- June 22nd.
For more information or to enroll please call the Prevention
Services Unit of the Worcester County Health Department at
410-632-1100.
• Pocomoke Health Center, 400 A- Walnut
Street, Thursdays, 5-6 pm, April 8th-June 24th. . For more
information or to enroll please call the Prevention Services Unit of
the Worcester County Health Department at 410-632-1100.
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