Upcoming Support Group Meeting Dates
The Bullitt County Health Department has sponsored a Support Group for people with diabetes for many years. Initially these were held at the public library. For the past 14 years, since moving to our current facility, we have met here. Some of those who were in the early group continue to come regularly to the meetings.
Our goal is to provide educational programs and emotional support in the self-management of diabetes.
We encourage all people with diabetes and their family members to join us monthly for these discussions and educational opportunities.
The group meets the third Thursday of each month (unless otherwise noted) at the health department in the west wing conference room. There is no charge to attend and you do not have to register.
| Date | Location | Time |
| June 17, 2010 | Bullitt County Health Department | 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM |
| July 15, 2010 | Bullitt County Health Department | 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM |
| August 19, 2010 | Bullitt County Health Department | 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM |
| September 16, 2010 | Bullitt County Health Department | 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM |
Please contact Debbie Lentz at 502-543-2415, if you just want to know more information about the
meeting. All meetings are FREE of
charge. Hope to see you there.
STEP OUT- WALK TO FIGHT DIABETES
Plan to join walkers from all over the Kentuckiana area on Saturday OCTOBER 18, 2008 at BOWMAN FIELD in Louisville to raise money to support the American Diabetes Association. There will be a 1 mile and a 5K walk as well as other opportunities for exercise, to listen to music, learn about healthy foods and enjoy a morning outside. REGISTRATION begins at 8:00 AM and the Walks begin at 9:00 AM. Come on your own or form a team of walkers. Proceeds will be used to fund diabetes research and education and for youth advocacy projects in the greater Louisville area.
Call 1-888-DIABETES or log on to www.diabetes.org/stepout to find out more or to register.
FLU & PNEUMONIA SHOTS
Persons with diabetes or other chronic health problems need a flu shot every year. Flu shots do not give 100% protection but they do make it harder for you to catch the flu for about 6 months. You want to be sure and get your flu shot at least 2-3 weeks before the “flu season” begins so that you will be sufficiently protected. It is a good idea for the people you are around regularly to also get their flu shot. People with diabetes are about 3 times more likely to die with flu and pneumonia. A pneumonia shot is also recommended and can protect you from other infections caused by the same bacteria. Pneumonia shots can be given anytime during the year.
Flu shots will be available to Diabetes Support Group Attendees at the October 30, 2008 meeting at 10:00 AM at the Health Department. If you have Medicare, Medicaid, Passport or Kentucky Health Advantage bring your card and any supplemental cards. Persons with HMO health plans are required to go to their private provider. The charge for out-of-pocket payees is $20.00.