Mr. Divabetic Show on Diabetes History

This year marks Divabetic’s eighth consecutive appearance at the ADA Expo in Pittsburgh, PA.  To celebrate Mr. Divabetic presents the dazzling retelling of the history of daibetes entilted "the Diabetes Time Machine"  

From the origins of its discovery to the dramatic breakthrough in its treatments, this in-depth look at the history of diabetes is sure to educate, enlighten and entertain you.

Guests include:  “Diabetes Time Travelers”: Lorraine Starsky RN, BSN, Jan Koshinsky RN, MS, CDE, Connie Frazier RD, LDN, CDE, Lori Bednarz MSN, CDE, Sue Cleveland MS, RD, Terri Seidman, Poet Lorraine Brooks and Mama Rose Marie.

Nine famous ‘Divabetics’ help to bring to life the dazzling history of diabetes including Cleopatra, writer Laura Ingalls Wilder, movie star, Mae West, jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald, TV icon, Mary Tyler Moore, entertainer Miss Piggy,  R & B legend, Patti Labelle,  LPGA professional golfer Michelle McGan and Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor.

Whether or not you are aware of the history of diabetes including the discoveries or innovators responsible for many of today’s treatment advances, these forces have had a hand in shaping your daily self-care practices. The knowledge you gain from this presentation can help you to appreciate the methods and treatments available today and hopefully motivate you to take advantage of them!