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                      Diabetes Care


                      The diabetes educators and clinical dietitians at Northwest Health - Starke are available to provide information about preventing and managing diabetes.They can be reached at (219) 325-7623.

                      Diabetes affects more than 25 million Americans and is a major cause of heart attack and stroke. Northwest Health - Starke is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with diabetes through care and education. Our self-management program provides individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to manage the disease and avoid complications.

                      We provide care and education for type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes, prediabetes, hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia through a range of services, including:

                      • Assessments to determine individual needs
                      • Blood-sugar testing
                      • Individual training for insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring
                      • Nutritional counseling, including meal planning and weight management assistance
                      • Diabetes education to promote healthy living

                      Our Team

                      We are fortunate to have registered nurses who have gone through intense training to become certified in diabetes education.

                      Our registered dietitian counsels people who have a variety of dietary needs and chronic conditions. She also is a certified diabetes educator. Our team also includes a pharmacist who is passionate about helping clients understand the facts related to diabetes medication and clarifying the myths associated with insulin.

                      The Diabetes Self-Management and Training Program at Northwest Health - Starke is accredited by the American Diabetes Association.

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