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Do you have Type 2 diabetes? Would you like to learn more about your disease and how to live well reducing your health risks? If so, Purdue Extension has a great program for you.

The Purdue ExtensionKnox County office in partnership with the Daviess Co. Purdue Extension Service consists of four two-hour sessions that will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on each Thursday during May with the first session scheduled on May 4 and the fourth session on May 25. Participants may also elect to have a follow-up session in June. The Dining with Diabetes program is open to those with diabetes, their family members and caretakers. The series of four sessions is $25/person or $35/couple. Pre-registration and payment is required no later than April 28. Participants are encouraged to attend all class sessions which will be held at the Knox County Extension Office, 4259 N. Purdue Road in Vincennes.

The educational programs and cooking school will help adults with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar, to feel better, and reduce their risk of health complications. Those enrolling will learn how to prepare meals that are healthy, easy to prepare and taste good. Recipes will be demonstrated, and participants will have the opportunity to taste each one. Participants will also learn up-to-date information on nutrition, meal planning, exercise and how to understand common diabetes-related medical tests. Recipe and handouts will be given to each participant.

Diabetes is a very serious and costly disease, but research has shown that those who learn to manage their blood glucose (sugar) levels eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly can lower their risks of complications and lead a healthier and more productive life.

Purdue Extension Knox County and Daviess County are currently recruiting participants for this program. If you have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, or know someone and are part of the support system for an individual and are interested in being a part of this program, please call Purdue Extension office at 812-882-3509. Registration and program fee may be sent to: 4259 N. Purdue Road by April 28. The $25/$35 program fee includes educational classes, program materials and food sampling. Dining with Diabetes is offered statewide and is sponsored by Purdue Extension.

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