Diabetes Management
Diabetes affects how the body controls blood glucose (or blood sugar). Diabetes can exist in two forms: as a chronic condition, type 1 and type 2 diabetes; or a reversible condition, gestational diabetes and prediabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes affects more than 25 million people in the United States and is a leading cause of heart attack and stroke.
The physicians at Western Arizona Medical Group are dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with diabetes through care and education. Western Arizona Regional Medical Center offers diabetes self-management classes to help you learn the skills needed to manage the disease and avoid complications. Four-week classes are held on Mondays at 3 p.m. The class series begins the first Monday of each month, in the WARMC cafeteria. Please call (928) 763-2273, extension 1446.