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5105 Paulsen St
Suite C236
Savannah, GA 31405
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(912) 353-8110
fax: (912) 353-9114

Georgians are increasingly feeling the effects of diabetes as thousands of people suffer from the disease, and many others may have diabetes and not know it! It is estimated that one out of every three children born after 2000 in the United States will be directly affected by diabetes.

That is why the American Diabetes Association's Savannah office is so committed to educating the public about how to stop diabetes and support those living with the disease.

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Upcoming Events

20th Anniversary Kiss-a-Pig Campaign - "SOWvivor"
Presented by Piggly Wiggly

The largest fundraiser of the year for American Diabetes Association, Kiss-a-Pig, is a unique and hilarious campaign to create diabetes awarenss and to raise funds for the mission of the Association. A contest between community leaders to raise money, Kiss-a-Pig is a regional campaign with competitors from throughout Southeast Georgia and Coastal South Carolina. At the end of the two-and-a half-month campaign, the team that raises the most money kisses a live pig, honored by the Association as the original source of insulin.

This year's celebratory gala "Escape to Pig Island" will be held on Saturday, May 19th at 7:00pm at the Hyatt Regency Ballroom in Savananh.

For more information about Kiss-a-Pig or to inquire about Gala Tickets, contact Maria Center at 912-353-8110, ext. 3091 or mcenter@diabetes.org.

Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes

This year's annual fall fundraising event kicks off with a Corporate Luncheon on Tuesday, April 24th from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Pirates House in downtown Savannah. Colonel George Bowen, 2012 Campaign Chairman invites you to learn how you and your organization can be involved.

This 5k nature hike winds through the beautiful trails and past fascinating wildlife exhibits at Oatland Island Wildlife Center. Walkers will have the opportunity to see many native animals including wolves, bobcats and more, all while exercising for a great cause!

Join your family, friends & co-workers for breakfast before heading off on the trails of Savannah's local zoo. Return to fun and exciting activities at the Health & Fitness Festival! Take advantage of free blood glucose & blood pressure screenings, fitness information and professional on-site advice on medications & free literature on many health topics. Enjoy live music, face painting, Bounce Around and complimentary massages! Spend a morning at our area's only walking safari and help the Association Stop Diabetes!

For more information visit http://diabetes.org/savannahstepout or contact Suzanne Willis at (912) 353-8110 ext. 3093 or suwillis@diabetes.org.

Additional Events

Group Diabetes Education & Self-Management

Presented by: Susan Riley DNP, FNP, CDE & Georgia Southern University Nursing and Nutrition Programs

Susan Riley DNP, FNP, CDE Is a certified diabetes educator and family nurse practitioner. She works with both Family Health Care Center and GSU as an Assistant Professor of Nursing.

A series of three DEAP (Diabetes Education Accreditation Program) certified classes are going to be offered at your neighborhood school to help area adults (18 and over) with diabetes learn to manage their diabetes. Topics covered over the course of the three classes include healthy eating, medications, problem solving, coping, staying active, monitoring and prevention of risks. The classes will meet once a month for 3 months with each class lasting 2 hours. Each participant will receive many take home educational materials. It is advised but not required that the participants try to attend all three secessions for complete information.

There is a charge for these sessions but by meeting the standards for certification the program is recognized by insurance companies including Medicare and Medicaid and is typically considered a covered benefit under most plans. Please call for further information on insurance billing at 489-4090.

The classes will be on Thursday evenings in 2012 beginning in February. The classes will meet at Portal High School, Stilson Elementary, and Julie P Bryant Elementary.

Call now for more information or to sign up as space is limited: 912-489-4090.

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