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Minneapolis Expo 2012


 

 Event Details


Event Date: Saturday, October 13, 2012                                        
Location: Minneapolis Convention Center
Address: 1301 2nd Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 
Directions: See map at bottom of page.
Hours: 9:00am - 3:00pm 
Parking: Parking available in ramps located near the Convention Center.
Event Highlights:
  • Bookstore — Hundreds of books available for purchase
  • Family Fun Zone — Sponsored by Medtronic Diabetes
  • Health Eating Area — Sponsored by Delta Dental
  • Free pedometers in the Active Living Area
  • Complete a Healthy Passport in the American Diabetes
    Association Experience. Upon completion spin the wheel for a healthy living prize.
  • Contact Information: Molly Duerr
    1-888-DIABETES or 763-593-5333 x 6652; mduerr@diabetes.org
    Volunteer: Interested in Volunteering?
    Click here to get more details.  

     

       Speakers


                        
                        Currently scheduling speakers for 2012.

                      

     

     Free Health Screenings

         While supplies last take advantage of free health screenings. EXPO offers: 

             • A1C (measure of estimated avg. blood glucose.)
             • Blood Pressure
             • BMI (Body Mass Index)
             • Cholesterol
             • Diabetes Risk Assessment
             • Eye Screening
             • Foot Screening
             • Hearing Screening – provided by: HearPO

             • Kidney Disease Screening
     
             • Sleep Apnea Screening
           

      
     

     Ask the Expert

    Come prepared with questions for health care professionals from our community who will answer your diabetes questions one-on-one and help you learn more about how to manage your diabetes and prevent its devastating complications.


     

      Wheelchairs & Scooters

    Available for rental from the Minneapolis Convention Center for EXPO attendees with mobility needs. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. 

    Contact www.themobilityshop.com or call 1-888-404-5554.


     

      Pathways

    Suggested activities to make the most of the EXPO Experience. Pathways are based on your specific needs and interests.  To receive your pathway via e-mail prior to the event please pre-register for the EXPO.


     

     Map & Directions

     

                       

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     Register Online

       Register NowZ



     

     Quick Links


    Speakers Free Health Screenings
    Ask the Expert  Parking
      Transportation   Pathways
    Wheelchairs  

     

                     Facebook Twitter Mobile Club diabetesMN Blog    

     

    Save the Date

     

     Click on the image to view the 2012 Save the Date PDF

                 Save the Date

     

     Transportation Details


     Stay tuned for more details about public transportation deals.

    Check the website for a charter bus from your area.  If you would like to ride a bus from your area to EXPO please contact the bus coordinator listed below to reserve your seat.


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