Diabetes is a chronic medical condition characterized by elevated levels of blood sugar (glucose), which can lead to serious health complications if not managed effectively. This condition arises when the body is unable to properly produce or utilize insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar.
There are three main types of diabetes, each with distinct characteristics:
A condition known as prediabetes serves as a warning sign. In prediabetes, blood sugar levels are elevated above normal but not high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes.
Individuals with diabetes may experience a range of symptoms, which can include:
If you or someone you know is experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important to consult with a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment. Managing diabetes is crucial for maintaining overall health and preventing potential complications.
LifeBridge Health offers four Diabetes Self-Management Education Support Services Programs, all of which are recognized by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) as meeting the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support.
291 Stoner Ave.
Westminster, MD 21157
United States
5401 Old Court Road
Randallstown, MD 21133
United States
2435 W. Belvedere Ave.
Suite 51
Baltimore, MD 21215
United States
At these centers, certified diabetes educators and registered dietitians and nurses work with patients to identify and reduce their risk of diabetic complications. Beyond disease management, our teams help patients continue to live full lives through educational programs, personalized healthcare plans and guided lifestyle changes.
Your self-management plan may include:
To get started with one of our programs, request an order from your primary care provider or contact the center closest to you for assistance.
Our group classes offer a comfortable, supportive setting where patients can learn more about their condition and how to make important lifestyle changes. If you prefer personalized education, our self-management course offers one-on-one instruction that includes an introductory two-hour session and several follow-up sessions. Please note that Medicare will not pay for private instruction but will pay for group glasses.
The Maternal Fetal Program at Sinai also supports gestational diabetes management for those who need it.
The LifeBridge Health Diabetes Education and Support Group at Carroll Hospital meets monthly. Participation is free and open to all. For more information on the support group meetings, call 410-871-7000.
If you have diabetes and are planning to conceive, Carroll Hospital strongly recommends preconception counseling to ensure a healthy pregnancy and baby. You’ll learn to establish good blood control during pregnancy and how to make essential diet, exercise and medication modifications.
At this free, annual event, you’ll have the opportunity to see and test the latest products to help you improve your quality of life, control your blood sugar and live more comfortably with diabetes. Participants also enjoy giveaways, door prizes, vendor displays and a healthy lunch.
Diabetes patients who require insulin injections will benefit from this hands-on private session. Learn how to appropriately dose and inject insulin, treat hypoglycemia and achieve optimum glucose control.
Managing your diabetes starts with the right provider. Our expert team of endocrinologists are here to guide you through your care.
LifeBridge Health offers diabetes nutrition programs for people with diabetes and other medical conditions that can be improved through nutritional counseling, diet and lifestyle changes. Through our one-on-one evaluations and group classes, we can help you better manage your health.
The Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine offers a variety of services to patients who are suffering from chronic, non-healing wounds caused by diabetes.
