11/2 -- "Walk as One" Walk-a-thon
The weather on this day was made for walking! Temperatures were mild and in the mid-60s, making the National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ) 4th Annual Walk as One walk-a-thon a success.

NCCJ is an organization that supports diversity, and fights bigotry, prejudice and racism through programming for organizations and youth. Funds from the walk will support NCCJ's Youth Leadership Institute.

Sincerest thanks to all walkers!

11/14 -- Diabetes Awareness Day at Pathmark
Pathmark shoppers received expert diabetes advice while they were shopping, thanks to staff from the New Jersey Family Practice Center. Not only did staff members Sharon Pleasant, RN and Rosa Garcia, Medical Assistant, provide diabetes screenings, they also offered the hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test.

This test is given to diabetics to determine if their blood sugar levels are under control. Actually, it gives the best picture of a diabetic's blood sugar control level over the previous three month period. It should be given twice a year.

In addition to the NJ Family Practice Center staff, Sarah Suarez, RN, a Certified Diabetes Educator from UH, also provided diabetes counseling.

Screening statistics:
Diabetes -- 26

Screening summary:
Of the 26 patients seen that day, six had elevated glucose levels. Of those six, one was unaware of the condition. This patient was counseled on the initial aspects of diabetic care and referred to her primary doctor.

11/15 -- "Celebrate Men of Color: Community Health, Education and Employment Fair"
This program was sponsored by Project Reconnect and brought together programs, as well as employers and entrepreneurs, to offer opportunities for young men. UH was well represented by Ennis White-Robinson, Outreach Worker and Counselor, ID Practice who provided HIV/AIDS information, as well as material on other sexually transmitted diseases.

Attendance -- 200
Men educated -- 75

11/17 -- U.S. District Court Health Fair
Yvonne Brown, University OB/GYN Associates, and Marc Monteith, NJ Cardiovascular Institute, made sure that employees of the U.S. District Court got the information that they needed to lead healthier lives at the Court's annual health fair. Yvonne provided information on women's wellness and Marc handled the blood pressure screenings.

Screening statistics:
BP -- 26

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