Free 'Dining with Diabetes' workshop series to begin Oct. 18 in Buckhannon

BUCKHANNON, W.Va. --  St. Joseph's Hospital and WVU Extension will present a free Dining with Diabetes workshop series beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at the Upshur County Extension Office.

The workshop will include a demonstration of healthy food recipes; a physical activity to benefit health and self-management of diabetes; and a presentation by Sarah Rice, St. Joseph’s Hospital dietitian, on living well with diabetes. It is open to those with diabetes or those who cook for individuals with diabetes.

The series will continue on Oct. 25, Nov. 1, and Nov. 8 with a follow-up session scheduled for Feb. 14, 2017.

The number of participants is limited, and advance registration is required. To register for the workshop or for more information, call 304-473-4208.