Diabetes Care
Dealing with diabetes is a lifestyle challenge, and facing a chronic condition can sometimes feel overwhelming.
Mount Nittany is committed to providing a full spectrum of diabetes services to our community. That's why we've designated diabetes care as one of our four Areas of Focus.
Our diabetes team doesn't just treat the medical aspects of the disease; our experts work to educate our community about how to prevent diabetes through nutrition and exercise, how to best manage all facets of the disease, how to reduce the risk of complications and how to live a long, full life with minimal restrictions from diabetes.
Ask a Diabetes Educator
Amy Leffard is one of Mount Nittany Health System's certified diabetes educators. Holistic management of diabetes requires a full team effort from medical professionals, and our diabetes educators play a vital role in helping patients adjust to life with diabetes. Amy facilitates our support groups, and is happy to take general questions from the public.
Support & Education
Learning how to adjust health habits—from how to shop for groceries to learning the best exercises for you—can make a significant difference in the life of someone with diabetes.
We offer individual and group classes regularly as well as a number of events targeted towards educating the community about diabetes prevention and management.
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Diabetes Network News Article
Assigning Blame Only Makes Obesity and Diabetes More Difficult To Deal With
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