Women and Diabetes: Providence Expert Discusses Risk and Tips for Prevention
Oct 9, 2008
WHAT: An Ounce of Prevention: Women and Diabetes
WHEN/WHERE: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 6
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
Souther Auditorium
9205 S.W. Barnes Road, Portland
7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 11
Providence Portland Medical Center
Cancer Center Amphitheater
4805 N.E. Glisan St., Portland
DETAILS: Diabetes affects nearly 21 million people in the United States and 230 million people worldwide, and these numbers continue to rise. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expects the number of people with diabetes in the U.S. to double in the next 40 years.
Modifying your lifestyle could be a big step toward preventing diabetes – and it’s never too late to start. Endocrinologist and metabolism specialist Elizabeth Stephens, M.D., will discuss the risk factors for diabetes and share important tips on how you can prevent this disease.
Providence Women’s Health is pleased to offer this opportunity for women to learn the latest information about your health and the health of your family. Relax and enjoy refreshments provided by Providence Women’s Health as our experts discuss issues relevant to women today.
The lectures are free, but registration is requested. Register online at www.providence.org/classes or call the Providence Resource Line at 503-574-6595.
