Central State University Extension presents 2nd annual Keeping it Real with Diabetes Conference

Central State University Extension is proud to announce the upcoming second annual Keeping it Real with Diabetes Conference on Saturday, Nov. 11. The conference will take place at Central State University-Dayton, located at 840 Germantown St., Dayton, Ohio 45402. The event will run from 12-4 p.m.  

This year's conference aims to provide valuable information and resources for individuals living with diabetes. With four informative sessions planned, attendees will have the opportunity to gain insights into various aspects of managing diabetes and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.   

The first session, "Women's, Diabetes and Sexual Health," will be led by André Harris, M.D.  Harris is a renowned expert in the field and will share his knowledge and expertise to address the unique challenges faced by women with diabetes in relation to their sexual health.  

Similarly, the second session, "Men's Diabetes and Sexual Health," will be conducted by Morris Brown, M.D. Brown's extensive experience in the field will provide valuable insights and guidance to help men with diabetes manage their sexual health effectively.   

In addition to addressing sexual health, the conference will also feature informative sessions on physical well-being. Participants will have the chance to engage in chair yoga and line dancing and learn to effectively use resistance bands. These sessions will be led by qualified instructors with experience promoting physical fitness for individuals with diabetes.  

One of the highlight sessions of the conference will be "Diabetes — Your Health is Your Wealth" facilitated by Brown, who will discuss the importance of managing diabetes as a key factor in overall well-being — emphasizing the crucial connection between good health and wealth.   

Lastly, the conference will feature a "Mental Health Minute" session with Dr. Sonia Hunt, D.P.C, LSW. Hunt will outline the significance of mental health in managing diabetes and provide practical strategies for coping with the emotional aspects of the condition.   

"We are thrilled to host the second annual Keeping it Real Diabetes Conference,” said Brooke Foster, one of the conference organizers. “We believe that this conference will provide invaluable information and resources to help individuals living with diabetes lead fulfilling lives." 

Tickets for the free conference are available at https://bit.ly/3F1QRAS.

For more information, email bfoster@centralstate.edu.