In connection with National Diabetes Month, SSM Health Greater Fond du Lac is hosting a free diabetes management and prevention fair from 5 – 7 pm on Wednesday, November 8. The event is scheduled at SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital, 430 E. Division Street, in its Plaza Level Conference Center. 

The fair provides ongoing community education that promotes optimal diabetes self-management, which reduces risks and/or slows progression of long-term complications related to diabetes. Participants who are border line diabetic can also learn tips on preventing diabetes and living a healthier lifestyle. 

In addition to various exhibitors sharing different resources and products, the fair will feature keynote presentations on pre-diabetes and diabetes care, as well as door prizes. Seating is limited. 

Janeah Schwartz, registered dietitian, will present “Pre-Diabetes: An Opportunity to Change Direction” starting at 5 pm, followed by Rachel Lewandowski, APNP, BC-ADM, nurse practitioner, who will address “What’s New in Diabetes: Technology 2023.” 

Registration is required at ssmhealth.com/DiabetesFair. For more information, call 920-926-4532.