Howard Regional Health System can help you learn how to manage your diabetes through educational programs and access to hospital and community resources and support groups. The hospital's Diabetes Program staff consists of a diabetes nurse educator, registered dietician, certified social worker, and a counselor.
Services/Products
General facts about diabetes
Concerns and coping skills
High/low blood sugar
Oral agents
Insulin, types and techniques
Blood glucose monitoring
Meal planning
Exercise
Foot care
Sick-day rules
Complications
Travel considerations
Insulin pump startups (Learn how to program your individual insulin pump.)
Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (72-hour diagnostic test to be interpreted by physician)