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Did you know that having diabetes significantly increases your risk of developing heart disease? High blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels and the nerves that control your heart, leading to serious cardiovascular complications over time. Learn about the connections between diabetes and heart health, and how to lower your risk of diabetes, reduce your risk of heart disease if you are diagnosed with diabetes, and ultimately protect your heart so that you may live a longer, healthier life.

Speaker: Rona Schechter MPH, RDN, CDCES, is the Director of the Diabetes Service Line at Sharp. She has been working in the field of both inpatient and outpatient diabetes care for over 30 years as a Registered Dietitian and as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.  She has worked with patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes that need assistance with blood glucose control, establishing meal plans and educating patients on their diabetes medications. Providing patients with diabetes and prediabetes education on how to easily self -manage their chronic disease is a passion of hers.  

When: Miércoles, Agosto 27 | 10 – 11 AM | Feature film begins at 11:30 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Contact: 619.825.5010, library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to learn more
Feature film: The Unbreakable Boy, 2023

Wellness Wednesdays are GHD-sponsored programs that feature different health topics every month. Wellness Wednesdays are free and open to all community members. Registration is not required.