DIABETIC SUPPORT GROUP

The Diabetic Support Group is designed for anyone interested in learning more about diabetes and its treatment. Various health care providers speak to members and discuss a variety of issues relating to the disease. The group meets once a month at Connally Memorial Medical Center.

Second Tuesday Each Month
Connally Memorial Medical Center
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

CONTACT:
Annette Garcia-Lerma
(830) 393-1547

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

The Stroke Support Group assists stroke survivors and their loved ones to:

Become educated about strokes and stroke prevention

Identify devices, lifestyle changes, and agencies that are important to recovery

Communicate with each other and the health care provider

Present programs of interest to stroke survivors, caretakers, and families

Our membership is composed of stroke survivors, family members, caretakers, nurses, and physical and occupational therapists. The group meets once a month at Connally Memorial Medical Center.

First Wednesday Each Month
Connally Memorial Medical Center
10:00 AM

CONTACT:
Debbie Smith SLP
(830) 393-5447

ALZHEIMER'S SUPPORT GROUP

The Alzheimer's Support Group is open to families and loved ones of persons with the Alzheimer's Disease. All discussions are handled with the strictest confidentiality.

First Wednesday Each Month
Tejeda Veteran's Home
Training Room
2:00 PM

CONTACT:
Nella Huffman
(830) 216-9456

CLICK HERE for more group information

YOUR HEALTH

November 2008

Diabetes Awareness Month

According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly 21 million children and adults have diabetes. Diabetes  is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. The cause of diabetes continues to be a mystery, although both genetics and environmental factors such as obesity and lack of exercise appear to play roles.

Diabetes often goes undiagnosed because many of its symptoms seem so harmless. Recent studies indicate that the early detection of diabetes symptoms and treatment can decrease the chance of developing the complications of diabetes.

Some diabetes symptoms include:

Frequent urination
Excessive thirst
Extreme hunger
Unusual weight loss
Increased fatigue
Irritability
Blurry vision

If you find yourself suffering from theses symptoms, please schedule an appointment with your primary care physician.  For help locating a physician, please call 830-393-1315.

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   
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