CANANDAIGUA – In conjunction with World Diabetes Day, UR Medicine’s Thompson Health will host a Nov. 18 community forum on diabetes prevention and treatment.
The event will take place in the Thompson Conference Center on the ground floor of Thompson Hospital, 350 Parrish St., from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
The featured speaker, Dr. Kerry Graff, will present “Why a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet for Diabetes Makes a World of Sense.” Light vegetarian fare will be served.
There is no charge to attend but RSVPs are required and may be made by calling (585) 396-6233 or registering online at www.ThompsonHealth.com.
Donations of non-perishable items for the Canandaigua Churches In Action food pantry will be accepted at the door of the event, which is presented in partnership with St. Benedict Parish of Ontario County.
This is the 10th annual World Diabetes Day event at Thompson, where the Diabetes and Nutrition Therapy Center provides self-management education to those with diabetes, as well as nutrition information to those – with a prescription from their doctor – who want to eat healthy and stay healthy. Recognized by the American Diabetes Association, the center features a team of registered dietitians and a registered nurse certified as a diabetes educator. They provide individualized assessments and educational information. For more information about the center, call (585) 396-6233.