5/26/2009

Free Diabetes Screenings hosted by the Jewish Hospital Diabetes Center

MEDIA ADVISORY

For Immediate Release:
May 26, 2009

For More Information:
Barbara Mackovic, Media Relations
502-587-4230 or 641-5461
barbara.mackovic@jhsmh.org
 
Who:
Louisville Metro Area residents are invited to receive a free diabetes screening at the Jewish Hospital Diabetes Center during Dare to Care’s free produce distribution day.  A. O’tayo Lalude, M.D, a primary care physician and nationally recognized expert in diabetes care, and manager Michelle Eckhart, R.N, will be providing the screenings. Jewish Hospital & St. Mary’s Foundation board members have volunteered to help with the distribution of fresh produce. 
 
What:
The primary goal of this event is to heighten awareness about the disease, as well as to discuss ways to prevent it.  Eating healthy is one fundamental key to the prevention of diabetes.  Since July 1, 2008, the Jewish Hospital Diabetes Center has had nearly 6,500 patient visits, with nearly 2,900 of those diagnosing or treating diabetes.  Currently, the Diabetes Center is experiencing a four percent increase a month of individuals being diagnosed with the disease.  The Diabetes Center partnered with Dare to Care in the fall of 2008, providing support to their Backpack Buddy program, food distributions and the Kid’s Café. Dare to Care has successfully helped over 100,000 needy individuals per year in and around the Greater Louisville area.

When:
June 19, 2009
12 - 3 p.m.

Where:
Jewish Hospital Diabetes Center
2500 West Market Street

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