Don’t Miss the Divabetic Club in Cleveland

Join us for our free monthly empowerment sessions to learn how to take charge and live better with diabetes on Saturday, April 12, 2014, 10 AM – 12 PM.

In April, the Diva Club at the Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland is talking about “Keeping Your Feet Healthy and Happy”.

You’ve been told to “check your feet” daily, but what does that mean?   We’ll take shoes and socks off and go step by step on what to look for and use a filament to check for sensation.  We’ll discuss the do’s and do not’s of pedicures and talk about the best types of shoes for your feet.

Here are some recommendations for individuals who decide to go ahead and have a pedicure. This was taken from an article about pedicures in the “Diabetes Forecast” magazine.

• Use good judgment. Be picky about the salon. Check out several salons and look into sanitation practices and how they clean their tools. At one local salon in our area, you buy your own tools and they are kept in a box with your name.
• Inspect the foot tub. Does it get cleaned between clients?
• Inspect the tools. Stainless steel instruments are more sanitary than wooden sticks.
• Don’t be afraid to give the nail technician instructions. Let them know you have diabetes. Water temperature of 90-95 degrees should be safe, avoid razors, no lotion between the toes, and be gentle.
• If you shave your legs, stop 2 days before the appointment to decrease your chances of bacteria entering nicks or cuts.

Each Diva Club session covers everything from glucose monitoring to exercising to gardening for healthy eating. A bonus: you’ll make lifelong friends!

There is no charge for Diva Club, but please call us to register at (216) 591-0800.

Diva Club for Women

Saturday, April 12, 2014, 10 AM – 12 PM

3601 Green Road, #100

Beachwood, OH

TUNE IN: Diabetes Late Nite  podcast inspired by the Sapphires hosted by Mr. Divabetic

http://youtu.be/1z8cz-D8RSo

Mr Divabetic Headlines Divabetic – Victory Over Diabetes

Mr Divabetic

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic headlines Divabetic’s popular national diabetes outreach program, Divabetic – Victory Over Diabetes, on Saturday, November 16 in Philadelphia, PA. This free and fabulous program takes diabetes education out of the clinical setting and into a fun and supportive environment complete with beauty and fashion experts, diabetes educators and registered dietitians to motivate guests to take charge of their diabetes and/or improve care of their loved ones.

Our goal is simply to make every woman affected by diabetes to feel beautiful both inside and out.

Program Highlights: Mr. Divabetic presents a Multi-Media Live Stage Show featuring: Diabetes Fairy Tales with Poet Lorraine Brooks,  Food Games, Boa-licious Workouts, ‘Diabetes Numerology’ Self-Care Games with Neva White, DNP, CRNP, CDE  Delores Merrick RD, CDE, and David Madison with members of the Thomas Jefferson University Hospital staff.

A dazzling array of free beauty services, health screenings and cooking demonstrations.

Plus, a ‘GLAM MORE, FEAR LESS’ Fashion Show featuring fashions by Smooth Effects and Ace Blakley by ChaCha N’Kole hosted by Divabetic Image & Style Advisor, Catherine Schuller. A dazzling array of models provided by Acereel Studio and Smooches Modeling Agency.

Smooth Effects is innovative and fashionable apparel uniquely designed to enhance a woman’s body.  Premium material used in shapewear is sewn in and discreetly made a part of each garment, smoothing, shaping and complimenting your natural curves.

Designed for the fashionable woman who is proud of her shape, each garment is designed to provide effortless style and comfort. The visible jersey knit and ponte fabrics are easy to wear and transitional from day-to-night and season-to-season. Sewn directly underneath is a hidden body smoother made from sturdy, lightweight fibers guaranteed to smooth problem areas like your upper arms, tummy and thighs. Smooth Effects produces an immediate smoothing effect guaranteed to refine and transform your curves. Visit:www.shopsmootheffects.com.

Ace Blakley by ChaCha N’Kole specializes in contemporary, fun and classy women’s clothing from sizes A-Ace3 (small-3x). Ace Blakley combines both trendy and classic styles with a very edgy twist. All garments are hand crafted by ChaCha N’Kole herself and are original pieces. UNIQUE PIECES AT UNIQUE PRICES! ChaCha N’Kole is known for pushing boundaries with elaborate designs, striking silhouettes, clever concepts, dazzling prints and fine craftsmanship

“I pride myself on constructing quality & memorable garments and excelling in customer satisfaction. I look forward to dressing you for your next special occasion.” -ChaCha N’Kole

Saturday, November 16, 2013, 11 AM – 4 PM

Hamilton Building

10th and Locust Streets

Philadelphia, PA 19107

FREE ADMISSION

Register: 1-800-JEFF-NOW

Bring a friend!

Presented by Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Philadelphia Chapter.

LISTEN NOW: Diabetes Roundtable inspired by Ricochet http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/11/12/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-ricochet

Glam More, Fear Less with Smooches Models at Acereel Studios

Divabetic’s most popular national  free diabetes outreach program, Divabetic – Victory Over Diabetes, returns to Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, November 16, 2013, 11 AM – 4 PM. REGISTER NOW! 1 -800- JEF-NOW

This free and fabulous program sponsored by Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and the American Diabetes Association takes diabetes education out of the clinical setting and into a fun and supportive environment complete with beauty and fashion experts, diabetes educators and registered dietitians to motivate guests to take charge of their diabetes and/or improve care of their loved ones. Our goal is simply to make every woman affected by diabetes to feel beautiful both inside and out.

Don’t miss a dazzling array of free beauty services, health screenings, cooking demonstrations and a ‘GLAM MORE, FEAR LESS’ Fashion Show hosted by Divabetic Image & Style Advisor, Catherine Schuller, AICI, CIP with models provided by Acereel Studio and Smooches Modeling Agency.

Saturday, November 16, 2013, 11 AM – 4 PM

Divabetic – Victory Over Diabetes

Hamilton Building at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

10th and Locust Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19107

FREE ADMISSION

Register: 1-800-JEFF-NOW

LISTEN NOW: Diabetes Roundtable http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/11/12/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-ricochet

Bring a friend!

 

‘Smart, Sassy, Funny’ by Lorraine Brooks

Diabetes Roundtable

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic celebrated National Diabetes Awareness with a Diabetes Roundtable podcast packed with a powerful message empowering women to ‘not get down but to get DIVA’ about managing their diabetes. Poet Lorraine Brooks kicked off the show with an original poem celebrating the essence of Divabetics everywhere – smart, sassy, funny!

Smart sassy funny

And classy too

Don’t let diabetes

Get the best of you.

Women we are powerful,

We got it goin on.

We shouldn’t let the woes of life

Keep us from staying strong.

Food, news, shoes, booze,

Work, kids, dvds and vids,

Husbands, brothers, fathers, mothers,

Cooking, baking, leaves need raking…

All of it we do with pride

If we don’t succeed, we tried!

Never let them say you can’t

You’re in style… And relevant!

Sassy funny and smart too…

Make diabetes just reveal

The best in you!

The podcast also celebrated the release of New York Times Best-Selling Author Cherry Adair’s new book, Ricochet featuring a fabulous heroine living with type 1 diabetes.

Cherry’s innovative action-adventure novels have appeared on numerous bestsellers lists, won dozens of awards and garnered praise from reviewers and fans alike. With the creation of her kick butt counterterrorist group, T-FLAC, years before action adventure romances were popular, Cherry has carved a niche for herself with her sexy, sassy, fast-paced, action adventure novels.

Cherry Adair is hard at work on  her CUTTER CAY, LODESTONE, and T-FLAC series and loves to hear from readers.

November’s Diabetes Roundtable podcast features Best-Selling Author Cherry Adair, the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach (Patricia Addie Gentle RN, CDE, Neva White MSN, CRNP, CDE and Emily Hiriak RD, CDE) David Mattison, Pam Harris Smith Michelle Foster , Best – Selling Author Cherry Adair  Poet Lorraine Brooks, Mama Rose Marie and special diva guest, Sharon from Philadelphia, PA

LISTEN NOW: Diabetes Roundtable inspired by Ricochet http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/11/12/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-ricochet

Best-Selling Author Cherry Adair’s Ricochet

Divabetic Loves Ricochet

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic celebrated the release of New York Times best-selling author Cherry Adair’s new book, Ricochet featuring a heroine living with type 1 diabetes.

Cherry’s innovative action-adventure novels have appeared on numerous bestsellers lists, won dozens of awards and garnered praise from reviewers and fans alike. With the creation of her kick butt counterterrorist group, T-FLAC, years before action adventure romances were popular, Cherry has carved a niche for herself with her sexy, sassy, fast-paced, action adventure novels.

Cherry Adair is hard at work on  her CUTTER CAY, LODESTONE, and T-FLAC series and loves to hear from readers.

November’s Diabetes Roundtable podcast features Best-Selling Author Cherry Adair, the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach (Patricia Addie Gentle RN, CDE, Neva White MSN, CRNP, CDE and Emily Hiriak RD, CDE) David Mattison, Pam Harris Smith Michelle Foster , Best – Selling Author Cherry Adair  Poet Lorraine Brooks, Mama Rose Marie and special diva guest, Sharon from Philadelphia, PA

LISTEN NOW: Diabetes Roundtable inspired by Ricochet http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/11/12/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-ricochet

WATCH NOW: Ricochet Video  http://tinyurl.com/RicochetVideo

BUY NOW:  Ricochet on Amazon  http://amzn.to/1bmGnon

 

Divabetic’s BBQ & Benefit Coming Soon

Divabetic BBQ Benefit

We’re marking the 4th Anniversary of Diva Talk Radio with a Sizzling Summer BBQ & Benefit Party in New York City.

Come join the fun and support our dazzling brand of diabetes outreach. For the last four years Divabetic has bringing you the best in diabetes education on demand at no cost. Our unique blend of diabetes information and inspirational programming  has reached over 70,000 people.  help to raise awareness for

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic will be hosting the Bash which includes delicious BBQ and Diva-Style drink specials.  Divabetic’s 50/50 Raffle features Sony Music giveaways and more! Special guests: Poet Lorraine Brooks.

Please join us and feel free to invite friends too!

July 27, 2013, 3 – 9 PM.

Rockbar

185 Christopher Street (at 12 Avenue)

New York NY  (212) 675-1864

LISTEN NOW: Diabetes Roundtable podcast Inspired by Esther Williams  #BlogTalkRadio  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/07/09/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-esther-williams

What’s On Your Plate?

Diabetes Plate Poetry

Divabetic’s Diabetes Plate Poetry Project asks people living with diabetes “what’s on your plate?” The goal is to get people to describe the emotional experience of living with diabetes. Many of us reach for food to help us  deal with stress, anger, hurt and resentment so it makes sense to use food as a way catalyst to being a conversation about diabetes and emotions.

An important component of diabetes self-management, but often overlooked, is the topic of emotional well being. People living with diabetes face numerous challenges in managing their disease on a day- to- day basis.  Divabetic wants to encourage these individuals to stay positive and healthy in their self-management. Our mission to glamorize good health combines fitness, nutrition, style and positive energy. This video aims to assess the emotions associated with managing diabetes and the underlying reasons attributed to those emotions.

Divabetic presents free monthly  meetings, Divabetic Club Days,  at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA with the support of the American Diabetes Association.

WATCH NOW:  

http://youtu.be/Bt04mMePsP8

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Chaka Khan celebrating National Diabetes Awareness Month with guests: Constance Brown-Riggs MSEd, RD, CDE, Pam Butler MS, CDE, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, cookbook author Holly Clegg, Mama Rose Marie and Ginger Vieira, from Burlington, VT living with type 1 diabetes

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/11/13/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-chaka-kahn

Experience Mr. Divabetic’s wellness with a wow programming in Tucson, AZ, Santa Clara, CA, Philadelphia, PA, Savannah, GA and Bethesda, MD in 2013. Get more details at www.divabetic.org 

Divabetic Club Cleveland Spreads Cheer!

Check out these diva smiling from the November’s Divabetic Club Day in Cleveland, OH. The free monthly program, hosted by the Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland ( dagc.com),  featured conversations on dealing with holiday stress (stress management), hands on fall floral arrangements demonstration and aroma therapy! The program was presented by Mary Ann Nicolay.

Divabetic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization to empower women to manage their diabetes self-care with confidence, inspiration and knowledge. Our national network of health professionals and diabetes educators provide expert advice on food, fitness and self-care management to encourage early action and prevention of diabetes health-related complications. Our mantra “Denial’s Not My Style,” encourages every woman, man and child to live healthy and to be bold, outspoken, educated and stylish like a true diva.

Divabetic was inspired by the late music legend, Luther Vandross and created in 2005 by Max Szadek, who, as Vandross’ assistant of 14 years, witnessed his boss, mentor, and friend struggle in silence and solitude with the diabetes and its related complications.  Divabetic has grown from a grassroots movement to help empower Luther fans (African American women) affected by diabetes to a burgeoning and significant presence in the diabetes social media community. President Barak Obama, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter have acknowledged Divabetic for it’s dedication and determination on behalf of the diabetes community.

GLAM MORE FEAR LESS: The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic rolls out the red tomato carpet at the 68th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Chaka Khan celebrating National Diabetes Awareness Month with guests: Constance Brown-Riggs MSEd, RD, CDE, Pam Butler MS, CDE, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, cookbook author Holly Clegg, Mama Rose Marie and Ginger Vieira, from Burlington, VT living with type 1 diabetes

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/11/13/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-chaka-kahn

Mr Divabetic shares a Behind-the-Scene look at presenting diabetes education with DAZZLE at the ADA Expo in Pittsburgh, PA for the past five years

Experience Mr. Divabetic’s wellness with a wow programming in Tucson, AZ, Santa Clara, CA, Philadelphia, PA, Savannah, GA and Bethesda, MD in 2013. Get more details at www.divabetic.org 

Why More Moms Are Drinking Wine to De-Stress

Is being a mom so tough that you need a glass of wine at the end of the day, just to feel sane again? More and more Moms say yes!

“Mama, needs her juice!”

It’s evidenced in Facebook groups like “Moms Who Need Wine” – with over 640-thousand subscribers. And “I So Need A Glass Of Wine Or I’m Gonna Sell Kids,” which has 127-thousand! There’s a best-selling book called “Naptime Is The New Happy Hour” and two rival wines called “Mommy Juice” and “Mommy’s Time Out.”

So, what’s going on with Moms and wine? Well, wine is to women what beer is to men. Women buy over 60% of wine sold, which is about the same percentage of beer bought by men. Also, some women view parenting as a gritty daily struggle – and they deserve a glass of Pinot for their hard work. So, wine makers have latched on to that mindset and they’re running with it! Take one of the biggest American wineries – Chateau Saint Michelle – their slogan is, “It’s where you become you again.” The idea is that “wine is the new bubble bath or valium.”

Now, of course, not all moms who enjoy a stress-relieving glass of pinot have a problem. But there are plenty that do. There is so much pressure on women today – to be the perfect mom, worker and wife – that some are abusing alcohol to cope. A survey done by “Working Mother” magazine found that 40% say they drink to cope with stress and the number of women between the ages of 30 and 44 who abuse alcohol has doubled. So, while this wine advertising is hitting its target – it may be enabling a bigger problem. By Betty Chase 

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes ‘PINK FRIDAY’ Podcast Inspired by Nicki Minaj saluting Breast Cancer Survivors living with diabetes and  raising awareness for Domestic Violence with guests: Connie Frazier RD, CDE, Kathy Gold RN, CDE, Catherine Schuller, Connie Elder, Mama Rose Marie and Leola C., from Grand Rapids, MI living with type 1 diabetes http://ning.it/PUQy9B

See Mr. Divabetic’s nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash!  You must decide which one you’d serve, which one you’d taste and which one you’d trash.

Before you decide to “trash” a veggie for good, why not try to eat it raw? Raw veggies can be more appetizing than their cooked counterparts to people who aren’t crazy about vegetables. The flavors of raw veggies can be milder than those of cooked ones.

Meet Mr. Divabetic on his quest to glamorize good health at  the American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo in Pittsburgh, PA  and the Taking Control Of  Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs in San Diego, CA.

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic plays his nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash! with the vendors and patrons at Central Farm Market in Bethesda, MD. You might be surprised by the results.http://youtu.be/OgeIVhmiEA

For sponsorship opportunities and upcoming outreach event details visit:  www.divabetic.org and Divabetic’s Facebook’s Group and Fan pages.

Wednesday’s World Premiere Video: Makeover Your Diabetes

GLAM MORE FEAR LESS! The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic rolls out the red tomato carpet at Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes outreach event presented at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA with the support of the American Diabetes Association and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes is a free and fabulous diabetes outreach event that mixes friendly diabetes education with free beauty and fashion services to boost women’s confidence in their ability to manager their daily self-care. Our goal is to make every woman feel more beautiful inside and out through the help of a team of certified diabetes educators, registered dietitians, and beauty and fashion experts. The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic presents an upbeat multi-media stage show featuring nutrition games, fitness demonstrations, expert advice, Nina Street Designs and Chinoo fashion shows and all-star showstopping performances from guests like Samuel Bonner aka ‘Michael Jackson’ to make learning about health and wellness entertaining.

Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes has been presented in 9 major cities with high incidence of diabetes (New York, Philadelphia, Dallas, Miami, Cleveland, Washington, DC, New Orleans, Atlanta and Los Angeles.)

Mr. Divabetic plays his nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash! with New Yorkers along the parade route to hilarious results. In the game, you’re given three choices of fruits and vegetables. You must decide which one you’d serve, which one you’d taste and which one you’d trash. Before you decide to “trash” a veggie for good, why not try to eat it raw? Raw veggies can be more appetizing than their cooked counterparts to people who aren’t crazy about vegetables. The flavors of raw veggies can be milder than those of cooked ones. And the texture is crispy, rather than mushy.

Original music by Douglas Clay: http://www.douglasclaymusic.com

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes ‘PINK FRIDAY’ Podcast Inspired by Nicki Minaj saluting Breast Cancer Survivors living with diabetes and  raising awareness for Domestic Violence with guests: Connie Frazier RD, CDE, Kathy Gold RN, CDE, Catherine Schuller, Connie Elder, Mama Rose Marie and Leola C., from Grand Rapids, MI living with type 1 diabetes http://ning.it/PUQy9B

See Mr. Divabetic’s nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash!  You must decide which one you’d serve, which one you’d taste and which one you’d trash.

Before you decide to “trash” a veggie for good, why not try to eat it raw? Raw veggies can be more appetizing than their cooked counterparts to people who aren’t crazy about vegetables. The flavors of raw veggies can be milder than those of cooked ones.

Look who’s on the red tomato carpet with Mr. Divabetic at Plus Night Out -NYC

Meet Mr. Divabetic on his quest to glamorize good health at Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes outreach event in Philadelphia, PA, the American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo in Pittsburgh, PA  and the Taking Control Of  Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX.

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic plays his nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash! with the vendors and patrons at Central Farm Market in Bethesda, MD. You might be surprised by the results.http://youtu.be/OgeIVhmiEAo

For sponsorship opportunities and upcoming outreach event details visit:  www.divabetic.org and Divabetic’s Facebook’s Group and Fan pages.