Diabetes Education
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A diagnosis of diabetes is made when the body does not produce or properly use insulin. There is no cure for diabetes yet, but it can be controlled through diet, exercise and/or medication. Proper diabetes control is the best way to prevent further related health complications. At Lucas County Health Center Diabetes Education, you will learn how to control your diabetes from highly trained and compassionate registered nurses, a pharmacist and a registered dietician. Our goal is to help you live life to the fullest through successful management of your lifestyle.
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Lucas County Health Center Diabetes Education offers important information to improve health and quality of life for people with diabetes. Individuals and their loved ones learn to manage the disease and decrease the risk of long-term complications. A panel of experts offer information that is easy to understand. Diabetes Support Group Monthly Meetings |
How Do I Get Started?
You do not need to have a physician referral to benefit from Lucas County Health Center Diabetes Education. For more information email us, or call (641) 774-3362 or (800) 404-3111 Ext. 3362.
We are conveniently located on the main level at Lucas County Health Center in Chariton, Iowa. It is our mission to promote and enrich your health and well being. Patients may choose to meet their educational needs from the list of services below.
Diabetes Education Services
Diabetes Basic Overview
Types of Diabetes
Components of Control
Monitoring Blood Sugar
Glycosated Hemoglobin Testing
Testing for Keytones - Type 1
Sick Day Rules
Hypoglycemia & Hyperglycemia
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
Medications
Diabetic Pills
Injected Insulin, Dosages, Preps
Diet Management
Major Nutrients
Food & Blood Sugar
Meal Planning Exchange Lists
Carbohyrdate Counting
Appropriate Snacks
Diabetes Wellness
Exercise
Stress Management
Chronic Complications
Current Research
Glucometer Instruction
Insulin Use Instruction
Gestational Diabetes Care
