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Diabetes Education Center

Florida Department of Health in Flagler County

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Diabetes Self-Management Education

Studies show that people who learn more about diabetes, have improved blood glucose levels, are better controlled, reduce their risk of complications, and improve their quality of life.

The Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) program is for individuals that have been diagnosed with diabetes. DSME consists of 10 hours of individualized instruction provided by a health care professional such as a nurse or dietitian who has received continuing education in diabetes.

Topics covered include healthy eating, physical activity, monitoring blood sugar, taking medication, problem-solving, healthy coping, and reducing risks. The goals of DSME are to increase participants knowledge, improve blood sugar control, reduce complications, and promote health and well-being.

For more information, or if you or someone you know is interested in enrolling, please contact Melody Pierre-Jean at 386-313-7263.

Gestational Diabetes Education

Gestational diabetes education requires physician referral. Registered dietitians cover topics such as overview of gestational diabetes, blood glucose monitoring, nutrition counseling, insulin instruction, and post-pregnancy care.

For more information or to register for this program please contact Melody Pierre-Jean at 386-313-7263.

Community Education (Community Glucose Screening)

Presentations on special topics related to chronic disease prevention and management offered on a quarterly basis.

Corporate Wellness

We provide employers with biometric screenings for their employees to comply with worksite wellness initiatives as well as provide disease management education and prevention opportunities.

Insulin Program

Three types of insulin (billed on a sliding scale) are available at the Florida Department of Health in Flager County:

  1. Humulin Reg
  2. Humulin N
  3. Humulin 70/30
Insulin home delivery may be available from the pharmacy. For more information, call 386-437-7350, Ext. 7087.

Sharps Disposal Program

Flagler residents can safely dispose of biohazardous medical waste, such as insulin syringes and disposable lancets, by dropping their sharps container off at the Florida Department of Health in Flagler County.

Replacement container fees:

  • $5 for a large
  • $3 for a small

For more information, call 386-437-7358.