DIABETICS in Donegal
are being invited to a free information meeting that
will discuss current and future developments in the
management of their condition.
Diabetes affects one-in-three Irish families while
the total number of people living with diabetes
nationwide is estimated at about 225,840.
The information meeting will focus on a patient's
future with type 1 diabetes and will provide
information especially for children and young adults
with the condition as well as their families, carers
and friends.
The event, organised by Diabetes Ireland, will be
addressed by paediatric consultant endocrinologist
at Sligo Regional Hospital Dr Neylon. Dr Neylon
said: "In conjunction with the anticipated delivery
of a regional insulin pump service this year, I am
delighted to discuss technology and future
developments in the management of young people with
type 1 diabetes mellitus.
"We are excited about the commencement of this
service, which will offer local provision of
internationally equitable care to children and
adolescents in the North West."
Other guest speakers will include paediatric
diabetes nurse specialist Avril McCloskey and
dietician Fiona Hegarty who will speak about how
best to manage diabetes on a day to day basis. They
will also talk about the importance of sick day
management and carbohydrate counting.
"Living with diabetes is not easy, however with the
right information and support there is no reason why
people with diabetes cannot live life to the full,"
said a Diabetes Ireland spokesperson.
The meeting will be held at the Mount Errigal Hotel,
Letterkenny, on Sunday, February 8 from 2.30pm to
5pm. More information available from Regina Patton
at 914 6001 or
wro@diabetes.ie . |
