Mendota diabetes support group to tackle myths and facts at Nov. 12 session

A monthly diabetes support group in Mendota will focus on common myths about the disease at its November meeting, according to University of Illinois Extension.The Back on Track Diabetes Support Group is scheduled to meet from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, in Conference Room C at OSF Saint Paul Medical Center, 1401 E. 12th St. The group is open to people living with diabetes, people working to prevent it and those caring for someone with diabetes.The session, “Sweet Talk: Diabetes Facts, Myths and Everyday Wins,” marks National Diabetes Month. Participants are set to discuss common myths, ways to manage blood sugar and small lifestyle changes. The session also includes a Diabetes Myth Busters game and time for participants to share their successes and everyday tips.A diabetes-friendly snack will be provided.Susan Glassman, a food and nutrition educator with University of Illinois Extension, and Jennifer Scully, a clinical dietitian with OSF HealthCare, lead the group.Registration