How GLP-1 and Other Medications are Transforming Diabetes Management
Join Diabetes Educator and Registered Nurse, Mary O’Connor, MSN, RN, CDCES in this session to learn about weight loss medications, including the GLP-1 category, and their role in diabetes management. Explore how these treatments can support blood sugar control, aid in achieving healthy weight goals, and complement lifestyle changes for better overall health.
Comprendiendo el rol de los carbohidratos en el manejo del azúcar en la sangre
Acompañe a la dietista registrada Ivette Lebron, MS, RDN, para aprender cómo los carbohidratos afectan su nivel de azúcar en la sangre y su salud en general. Exploraremos los diferentes tipos de carbohidratos: simples, complejos y fibra, además de analizar su rol dentro de un plato equilibrado. Obtenga consejos prácticos para manejar el consumo de carbohidratos, elegir alimentos inteligentes durante las festividades y preparar comidas y refrigerios satisfactorios, aptos para personas con diabetes, que le ayuden a mantener estables los niveles de energía y azúcar en la sangre.
Eat Well for Less
Diabetes-friendly family dishes made simple, and under $20!
Beyond the Prescription: Understanding Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) for Diabetes Control
Join Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietitian, Marilyn McSpiritt-Guzio, MSRD CDCES, in exploring how complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) can support diabetes management alongside conventional care. This session will highlight evidence-based practices such as herbs, acupuncture, nutritional supplements, and exercise and Traditional Chinese Medicine to help improve overall well-being and balance.
Cáncer de Seno y Enfermedades Crónicas: El Poder de la Prevención en las Comunidades Hispanas
Acompáñenos con la Dra. Margarita Borghini, médica certificada en medicina interna, en una sesión informativa sobre la salud del seno y las enfermedades crónicas. Esta sesión abordará el cáncer de seno como el cáncer más común entre las mujeres a nivel mundial, examinará las fuertes conexiones entre las enfermedades crónicas y el riesgo y los resultados del cáncer de seno, y destacará la importancia de las estrategias preventivas que abordan tanto el cáncer como las enfermedades crónicas.
Este programa es patrocinado por el Meland Foundation.
Cancer Prevention and Screening: An Expert’s Insight
Join Cherif Boutros, MD, Medical Director of the Lefcourt Family Cancer Treatment and Wellness Center, for a virtual talk on cancer prevention, early detection, and innovative treatment options. Learn evidence-based strategies to reduce your cancer risk, understand the importance of regular screenings, and explore how minimally invasive approaches are transforming cancer care. This program includes practical tips, current guidelines, and a Q&A with one of the leading experts in cancer research and treatment.
This program is sponsored by the Meland Foundation.
Stay Healthy, Stay Safe: Infectious Disease Prevention and Treatment
Join us for an important conversation on infectious diseases and how to take proactive steps to stay healthy. Infectious disease specialist Ashwin Jathavedam, MD, will discuss how to protect yourself and others from common infectious diseases, with practical guidance on prevention, testing, and treatment. Topics will include:
- A brief overview of HIV and the highly effective treatments available today.
- Understanding PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis): Who is eligible, available options, and how it plays a key role in preventing HIV.
- The importance of regular STI screenings
- Updates on post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) and emerging strategies to prevent other STIs after potential exposure.
- Why prevention, early detection, and treatment are especially important for older adults.
Men’s Health: Prostate Cancer and Beyond
Join Dr. Maz Ganat, Chief of Urology and Program Director of Urologic Oncology at Englewood Hospital, for a candid and informative virtual webinar focused on prostate cancer and related men’s health issues.
Topics will include:
- Prostate cancer screening: what’s involved and when to start and why.
- Sexual health, erectile dysfunction and urinary concerns — what’s normal, what’s not.
Practical Strategies for Managing Arthritis: Movement, Nutrition, and When to Seek Care
Take control of arthritis with practical tips on movement, nutrition, and knowing when to seek care—join Areeba Nayyer, MD, and Irha Jamshed, MD, for an informative session designed to empower individuals living with arthritis. This talk will offer practical demonstrations of safe, joint-friendly exercises to help reduce pain and improve mobility, as well as guidance on anti-inflammatory foods that can support joint health. Learn how to recognize changes in symptoms and when it may be time to consult your healthcare provider. Whether you are newly diagnosed or managing chronic symptoms, you’ll gain valuable tools and expert insight to help you live more comfortably and maintain an active lifestyle.
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