BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Diabetes Ireland - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Diabetes Ireland X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.diabetes.ie X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Diabetes Ireland REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20170101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180515T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180515T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180413T093400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T093400Z UID:23542-1526380200-1526389200@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:ENNIS – Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE) DESCRIPTION:  \nAn education course\, developed by Diabetes Ireland\, is being run by Diabetes Ireland at the Active Ennis Leisure Centre\, Highfield Road\, Ennis\, Co Clare \nThe aim of the course is to help you manage your diabetes and it will cover topics such as diabetes knowledge and management\, nutrition and physical activity and self monitoring of diabetes control. \nThe course will be run by Diabetes Ireland\, Regional Development Officer and Dietitian\, Ms. Pauline Dunne. \nThe first session will be 2 ½ hours long and the remaining sessions 2 hours long including a tea/coffee break. There is no cost involved in attending this course. \nThe course will be held at the Active Ennis Leisure Centre\, Highfield Road\, Ennis\, Co Clare \n\n1st week:  Tuesday 15th  May from 10:30 – 1 pm \n2nd week:  Tuesday 22nd May from 10:30 – 12:30 pm \n3rd week:  Tuesday 29th  May  from 10:30 – 12:30 pm \nAt 6 months   Tuesday 20th November from 10:30 – 12:30 pm \n  \nYou are asked to attend all four sessions to get maximum benefit from the course. \nFor more information or to book the course call Regina on 071 9146001 or email wro@diabetes.ie URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/ennis-type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code/ LOCATION:Active Ennis Leisure Centre\, Highfield Road\, Ennis\, Co Clare\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180514 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20170810T141004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170810T141004Z UID:22472-1525996800-1526255999@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Diabetes Teen Camp @ Barretstown 2018 DESCRIPTION:Diabetes Teen Camp Barretstown May 2018 URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/diabetes-teen-camp-barretstown-2018/ LOCATION:Barretstown\, Barretstown Castle Ballymore Eustace \, Co. Kildare \, W91 RDX 6\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Leinster ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.diabetes.ie/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Barretstown-logo-translucent.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180514 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180327T111300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180327T111300Z UID:23504-1525996800-1526255999@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Barretstown Camp DESCRIPTION:Age group 13-17 years. Organised by Diabetes Ireland and Cork University Hospital. \nThis event is currently fully booked with a waiting list. \n  URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/barretstown-camp/ LOCATION:Barretstown\, Barretstown Castle Ballymore Eustace \, Co. Kildare \, W91 RDX 6\, Ireland END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180509T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180416T103934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T103943Z UID:23553-1525860000-1525867200@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE)- Santry DESCRIPTION:Structured education course for Type 2 & Pre-diabetes  \nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by Ms Sinead Powell\, Senior Diabetes Dietitian for Diabetes Ireland and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration.  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks in Diabetes Ireland\, 19 Northwood House\, Northwood Business Campus\, Santry. \nThis course is FULL \nWeek 2: 2nd of May  from 10 am to 12 noon \nWeek 3: 9th of May from 10 am to 12 noon \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance. URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code-santry-3/ LOCATION:Diabetes Centre\, University Hospital Galway\, Galway CATEGORIES:Leinster END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180502T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180502T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180416T103725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T103805Z UID:23552-1525255200-1525262400@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE)- Santry DESCRIPTION:Structured education course for Type 2 & Pre-diabetes  \nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by Ms Sinead Powell\, Senior Diabetes Dietitian for Diabetes Ireland and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration.  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks in Diabetes Ireland\, 19 Northwood House\, Northwood Business Campus\, Santry. \nThis course is FULL \nWeek 2: 2nd of May  from 10 am to 12 noon \nWeek 3: 9th of May from 10 am to 12 noon \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance. \n  URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code-santry-2/ LOCATION:Diabetes Centre\, University Hospital Galway\, Galway CATEGORIES:Leinster END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180427T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180427T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180222T122033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T122959Z UID:23374-1524819600-1524839400@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Croi Cholesterol Masterclass Dublin DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/cholesterol-masterclass-dublin/ CATEGORIES:Leinster END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180425T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180425T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180416T103328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T103530Z UID:23551-1524650400-1524657600@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE)- Santry DESCRIPTION:Structured education course for Type 2 & Pre-diabetes  \nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by Ms Sinead Powell\, Senior Diabetes Dietitian for Diabetes Ireland and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration.  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks in Diabetes Ireland\, 19 Northwood House\, Northwood Business Campus\, Santry. \nThis course is FULL \nWeek 2: 2nd of May  from 10 am to 12 noon \nWeek 3: 9th of May from 10 am to 12 noon \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance. \n  \n  URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code-santry/ LOCATION:Diabetes Centre\, University Hospital Galway\, Galway CATEGORIES:Leinster END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180425T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180425T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180301T123540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T095524Z UID:23407-1524650400-1524657600@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:BELMULLET- Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE) DESCRIPTION:Structured education course for Type 2 & Pre-diabetes  \nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by Ms Clair Naughton\, Diabetes Nurse Specialist for Diabetes Ireland and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration.  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks Aras Inis Gluaire\, Belmullet\, Co Mayo. \nThis course is postponed. \nWeek 3: Wednesday April 25th from 10 am to 12 noon \nReview Session:  Wednesday October 10th from 10 am to 12 noon \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance \nTelephone 071 914 6001 URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/belmullet-type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code-2/ LOCATION:Aras Inis Gluaire\, Belmullet\, Co Mayo\, Belmullet\, Co Mayo\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180420 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180423 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180327T111119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180327T111119Z UID:23503-1524182400-1524441599@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Trabolgan Family Weekend DESCRIPTION:Trabolgan will take place later this year\, on the weekend of Friday the 20th April to Sunday 22nd April 2018. \nThe weekend activities will include workshops for parents and a workshop for children with diabetes. We also hope to run a workshop for siblings of children with diabetes. These will give parents an opportunity to share their experiences\, speak with medical personnel and most importantly\, to offer each other support. \n  \nFor further information contact \nashley.daly@diabetes.ie URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/trabolgan-family-weekend-3/ LOCATION:Trabolgan Holiday Village\, Whitegate\, Midleton\, East Cork\, Co Cork END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180418T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180301T124305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T095730Z UID:23409-1524045600-1524052800@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:BELMULLET- Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE) DESCRIPTION:Structured education course for Type 2 & Pre-diabetes  \nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by Ms Clair Naughton\, Diabetes Nurse Specialist for Diabetes Ireland and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration.  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks Aras Inis Gluaire\, Belmullet\, Co Mayo. \nThis course is postponed \nWeek 2: Wednesday April 18th   from 10 am to 12 noon \nWeek 3: Wednesday April 25th from 10 am to 12 noon \nReview Session:  Wednesday October 10th from 10 am to 12 noon \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance. If you are interested in a diabetes education course in this area\, please call Regina on 071 914 6001 to register for the next course. \n  URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/belmullet-type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code-4/ LOCATION:Aras Inis Gluaire\, Belmullet\, Co Mayo\, Belmullet\, Co Mayo\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180411T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180411T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180315T110150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180315T110150Z UID:23460-1523469600-1523475000@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Type 2 Diabetes Introduction Talk- Rathmines Library DESCRIPTION:Rathmines Library in conjunction with Deveneys pharmacy\, Rathmines  at 6 pm \nDietitian and Regional Development Officer of Diabetes Ireland\, Ms Sinead Powell  will provide a simple introduction to Type 2 diabetes and how it can be delayed or prevented. By looking at the role of carbohydrates and sugars in our everyday diet\, she will illustrate how small modifications to meals and portion control can reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes and help us manage glucose control in diabetes. She will also discuss the impact of exercise on Type 2 diabetes management and prevention. URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/type-2-diabetes-introduction-talk-rathmines-library/ LOCATION:Rathmines Library\, Lower Rathmines Road Rathmines Road Lower\, Dublin 6\, D06 K2K6\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Leinster END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180411T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180411T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180301T122911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T095931Z UID:23405-1523440800-1523449800@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:BELMULLET- Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE) DESCRIPTION:Structured education course for Type 2 & Pre-diabetes  \nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by Ms Clair Naughton\, Diabetes Nurse Specialist for Diabetes Ireland and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration.  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks Aras Inis Gluaire\, Belmullet\, Co Mayo. \nTHIS COURSE IS POSTPONED \nWeek 1:  Wednesday April 11th   from  10 am to 12.30 pm \nWeek 2: Wednesday April 18th   from 10 am to 12 noon \nWeek 3: Wednesday April 25th from 10 am to 12 noon \nReview Session:  Wednesday October 10th from 10 am to 12 noon \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance. If you are interested in a diabetes education course in this area\, please call Regina on 071 914 6001 to register for the next course. \nTelephone 071 914 6001 URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/belmullet-type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code/ LOCATION:Aras Inis Gluaire\, Belmullet\, Co Mayo\, Belmullet\, Co Mayo\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180329T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180329T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180212T100447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T100447Z UID:23301-1522319400-1522326600@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:BIRR - Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE) DESCRIPTION:An education course\, developed by Diabetes Ireland\, is being run by Diabetes Ireland at the County Arms Hotel\, Birr\, Co Offaly \nThe aim of the course is to help you manage your diabetes and it will cover topics such as diabetes knowledge and management\, nutrition and physical activity and self monitoring of diabetes control. \nThe course will be run by Diabetes Irelands’\, Regional Development Officer and Dietitian\, Ms. Pauline Dunne. \nThe first session will be 2 ½ hours long and the remaining sessions 2 hours long including a tea/coffee break. There is no cost involved in attending this course. \nThe course will be held at the County Arms Hotel\, Birr\, Co Offaly \nThis course is now fully booked. \n3rd week:  Thursday 29th  March from 10:30 – 12:30 \nAt 6 months   Thursday 13th Sept. from 10:30 – 12:30 pm \n  \nYou are asked to attend all four sessions to get maximum benefit from the course. \nFor more information or to book the course call Regina on 071 9146001 or email wro@diabetes.ie URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/birr-type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code-3/ LOCATION:County Arms Hotel\, Birr\, Co Offaly CATEGORIES:Leinster END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180328T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180328T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180209T132203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180209T132954Z UID:23293-1522245600-1522252800@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Boyle- Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE) DESCRIPTION:Structured education course for Type 2 & Pre-diabetes  \nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by Ms Clair Naughton\, Diabetes Nurse Specialist for Diabetes Ireland and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration.  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks St.Josephs Resource Centre\, Abbeytown road\, Boyle\, Co. Roscommon \nThis programme is now full \nWeek 3: Wednesday March 28th from 2 pm to 4 pm \nReview Session: To be confirmed \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance \nTelephone 071 914 6001 URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/boyle-type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code-3/ LOCATION:St Joseph’s Resource Centre\, Abbeytown Road\, Boyle\, Co Roscommon CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180328T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180328T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20170928T120110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170928T120110Z UID:22809-1522233000-1522240200@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:MONAGHAN - Diabetes Education Course- Prediabetes & Type 2 DESCRIPTION:Community Orientated Diabetes Education (CODE) \n  \nWould you like to learn more about your diabetes and meet other people with diabetes in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere? An education course\, developed by the Diabetes Ireland and supported by local GPs\, is being run in the Nuremore Hotel in Carrickmacross\, Monaghan. \nThe aim of the course is to help you manage your diabetes and it will cover topics such as diabetes knowledge and management\, nutrition and physical activity and self-monitoring of diabetes control. \nThe course will be run by: Sinead Powell\, Dietitian\, Diabetes Ireland \nEach session will be 2 hours long and includes tea/ coffee break. There is no cost involved in attending this course. Group numbers are limited to 16 so early booking is essential. \n  \nThis course is now fully booked. Call us to out you name on a waiting list for the next course.  \n  \nAt 6 months:     Wednesday 28th March 2018                    10.30am to 12.30pm \n  \nYou are asked to attend all four sessions to get maximum benefit from the course. \nIf you would like further information\, please contact Sheila Bourke in Diabetes Ireland on 01 8428118. \n  \n  URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/monaghan-diabetes-education-course-prediabetes-type-2-4/ LOCATION:nuremore hotel\, Carrickmacross CATEGORIES:Leinster ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.diabetes.ie/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Monaghan-code.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180327T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180327T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180308T163023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180321T124327Z UID:23428-1522179000-1522184400@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Ennis\, Co Clare - Free Information Meeting DESCRIPTION:Type 2 Diabetes – Is it preventable? \nHow to reduce your risk \n  \nA free information meeting for Clare people at risk of developing type 2 diabetes is taking place in Temple Gate Hotel\, Ennis\, Co. Clare on Tuesday\, 27th March 2018 from 7:30 – 9pm. \n  \nThe evening will focus on risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes\, how to reduce one’s own risk\, and how to put current dietary guidelines into practice. \n  \nPauline Dunne\, Senior Dietitian with Diabetes Ireland will provide realistic\, safe\, practical effective and sustainable nutritional information tailored giving participants a full understanding of food from a balanced point of view which can be easily applied when they return home. This will include: \n  \n\nUnderstanding the core principals of food\, nutrition and healthy eating in line with Healthy Food for Life and the food pyramid.\nUnderstand how diet and nutrition links to type 2 diabetes\, pre-diabetes\nUnderstand how to reduce risk of developing type 2 diabetes\, pre-diabetes\nPortion control\, with rule of thumb simple guidelines for people of all shapes and sizes.\n\n  \nThroughout the workshop there will be opportunity to ask questions about diet\, habits and potential food related myths. \n  \n“Our portion sizes\, and the frequency to which we consume ‘treat’ foods has increased dramatically over the last 10 years and where fizzy drinks and sweet foods are the obvious culprits\, many people are not aware of many other foods which are contributing to our weight gain\, and ultimately our risk of developing type 2 diabetes’” said Pauline. \n  \nGrainne Flynn\, secretary of the Clare branch of Diabetes Ireland and a person who has lived with diabetes for 25 years says “We welcome all who would like to learn more about what type 2 diabetes is. We especially want to raise more awareness of ALL the risk factors of type 2 diabetes. The reason being that early detection of type 2 diabetes is key for a healthier and better quality of life with diabetes.” \n  \nFor information\, phone Regina on 071 9146001 or email wro@diabetes.ie. This meeting is supported by the Clare Branch of Diabetes Ireland\, the national charity for those in Ireland living with diabetes\, and is part-funded by the HSE National Lottery Grants Scheme. URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/free-information-meeting/ LOCATION:Temple Gate Hotel\, Ennis\, Co. Clare CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180327T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180327T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20170626T094010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180216T095807Z UID:22173-1522146600-1522153800@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:WESTPORT\, Co Mayo – Type 2 Diabetes Education (CODE) DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by Clair Naughton\, Diabetes Nurse Specialist and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks \nThis event is now fully booked  \nFinal Review Meeting \nThis review session takes place six months after the start date. \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance \nTo book: Call Regina 071 914 6001 or email: wro@diabetes.ie URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/westport-co-mayo-type-2-diabetes-education-code-4/ LOCATION:Quay Community Centre\, Quay Road\, Westport\, Co Mayo CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180322T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180322T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180212T100324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T100324Z UID:23299-1521714600-1521721800@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:BIRR - Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE) DESCRIPTION:An education course\, developed by Diabetes Ireland\, is being run by Diabetes Ireland at the County Arms Hotel\, Birr\, Co Offaly \nThe aim of the course is to help you manage your diabetes and it will cover topics such as diabetes knowledge and management\, nutrition and physical activity and self monitoring of diabetes control. \nThe course will be run by Diabetes Irelands’\, Regional Development Officer and Dietitian\, Ms. Pauline Dunne. \nThe first session will be 2 ½ hours long and the remaining sessions 2 hours long including a tea/coffee break. There is no cost involved in attending this course. \nThe course will be held at the County Arms Hotel\, Birr\, Co Offaly \nThis course is now fully booked. \n2nd week:  Thursday 22nd March from 10:30 – 12:30 \n3rd week:  Thursday 29th  March from 10:30 – 12:30 \nAt 6 months   Thursday 13th Sept. from 10:30 – 12:30 pm \n  \nYou are asked to attend all four sessions to get maximum benefit from the course. \nFor more information or to book the course call Regina on 071 9146001 or email wro@diabetes.ie URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/birr-type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code-2/ LOCATION:County Arms Hotel\, Birr\, Co Offaly CATEGORIES:Leinster END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180321T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180321T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180209T131218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180209T131218Z UID:23292-1521640800-1521648000@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Boyle- Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE) DESCRIPTION:Structured education course for Type 2 & Pre-diabetes  \nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by MS Clair Naughton\, Diabetes Nurse Specialist for Diabetes Ireland and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration.  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks St.Josephs Resource Centre\, Abbeytown road\, Boyle\, Co. Roscommon \nThis programme is now full \nWeek 2: Wednesday March 21st   from 2 pm to 4 pm \nWeek 3: Wednesday March 28th from 2 pm to 4 pm \nReview Session: To be confirmed \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance \nTelephone 071 914 6001 URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/boyle-type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code-2/ LOCATION:St Joseph’s Resource Centre\, Abbeytown Road\, Boyle\, Co Roscommon CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180315T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180315T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180212T101324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T101324Z UID:23303-1521109800-1521118800@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:BIRR - Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE) DESCRIPTION:An education course\, developed by Diabetes Ireland\, is being run by Diabetes Ireland at the County Arms Hotel\, Birr\, Co Offaly \nThe aim of the course is to help you manage your diabetes and it will cover topics such as diabetes knowledge and management\, nutrition and physical activity and self monitoring of diabetes control. \nThe course will be run by Diabetes Irelands’\, Regional Development Officer and Dietitian\, Ms. Pauline Dunne. \nThe first session will be 2 ½ hours long and the remaining sessions 2 hours long including a tea/coffee break. There is no cost involved in attending this course. \nThe course will be held at the County Arms Hotel\, Birr\, Co Offaly \n\n1st week:  Thursday 15th  March from 10:30 – 1 pm \n2nd week:  Thursday 22nd March from 10:30 – 12:30 \n3rd week:  Thursday 29th  March from 10:30 – 12:30 \nAt 6 months   Thursday 13th Sept. from 10:30 – 12:30 pm \n  \nYou are asked to attend all four sessions to get maximum benefit from the course. \nFor more information or to book the course call Regina on 071 9146001 or email wro@diabetes.ie URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/birr-type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code-5/ LOCATION:County Arms Hotel\, Birr\, Co Offaly CATEGORIES:Leinster END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180314T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180314T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180209T130121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180209T132316Z UID:23290-1521036000-1521045000@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Boyle- Type 2 & Pre-diabetes Education Course (CODE) DESCRIPTION:Structured education course for Type 2 & Pre-diabetes  \nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by Ms Clair Naughton\, Diabetes Nurse Specialist for Diabetes Ireland and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration.  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks St.Josephs Resource Centre\, Abbeytown road\, Boyle\, Co. Roscommon \nWeek 1:  Wednesday March 14th   from  2 pm to 4.30 pm \nWeek 2: Wednesday March 21st   from 2 pm to 4 pm \nWeek 3: Wednesday March 28th from 2 pm to 4 pm \nReview Session: To be confirmed \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance \nTelephone 071 914 6001 URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/boyle-type-2-pre-diabetes-education-course-code/ LOCATION:St Joseph’s Resource Centre\, Abbeytown Road\, Boyle\, Co Roscommon CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180306T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180306T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180216T102747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180216T104602Z UID:23351-1520362800-1520368200@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:LIMERICK Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION:The next meeting of the Limerick parent support group will be in the Greenhill’s Hotel\, Limerick on Tuesday March 6th @ 7 pm. \nPlease contact Regina in the Western Regional Office on 071 9146001 or by email wro@diabetes.ie if you wish to attend. URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/limerick-parent-support-group/ LOCATION:Greenhills Hotel\, Ennis\, Co Clare CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180307 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180116T141355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180116T141355Z UID:23233-1520294400-1520380799@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:CORK- ICA Diabetes Education meeting DESCRIPTION:Pauline Lunch\, Southern Regional Development Officer for Diabetes Ireland  will be talking to the Knockraha ICA group Tuesday March 6th on Diabetes. Contact your group for more information. URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/cork-ica-diabetes-education-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Munster END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180303T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180304T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180116T135630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180116T140822Z UID:23230-1520074800-1520184600@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:CORK- Over 50's EXPO DESCRIPTION:Visit our Diabetes Stand at the Over 50’s EXPO in Cork \n  \n \n  \n  URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/cork-over-50s-expo/ CATEGORIES:Munster ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.diabetes.ie/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Cork-expo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180228T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180228T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20170831T152555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170831T152616Z UID:22596-1519813800-1519821000@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:DUBLIN - Diabetes Education Course DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn more about your diabetes and meet other people with diabetes in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere?An education course\, developed by the Diabetes Ireland\, is being run at our Care Centre in Northwood Santry. \nThe aim of the course is to help you manage your diabetes and it will cover topics such as diabetes knowledge and management\, nutrition and physical activity and self-monitoring of diabetes control. \nIf you are interested in attending please return the form below in the envelope provided.    The course will be run by: Sinead Powell\, Dietitian\, Diabetes Ireland \nEach session will be 2 hours long and includes tea/ coffee break. There is no cost involved in attending this course. Group numbers are limited to 12 so early booking is essential. \n The course will be held at our office at 19 Northwood House\, Northwood Business Campus\, Santry\, Dublin 9 \nThis course is now fully booked. \nAt 6 months:     Wednesday  28th February 2018             10.30am to 12.30pm \nYou are asked to attend all four sessions to get maximum benefit from the course. \nIf you would like to attend this course please return the enclosed booking slip to the address overleaf or if you would like further information\, please contact Sheila Bourke  in Diabetes Ireland on 01 8428118. URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/dublin-diabetes-education-course-3/ LOCATION:19 Northwood House\,\, Northwood Business Campus\, Santry CATEGORIES:Leinster ORGANIZER;CN="Sinead Powell":MAILTO:sheila.bourke@diabetes.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180227T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180227T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20170831T150916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170831T150916Z UID:22589-1519729200-1519736400@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:CAVAN-Prediabetes & Type 2 Education DESCRIPTION:Structured education course for Prediabetes & Type 2\nCODE is Diabetes Ireland’s  group education programme for people with Type 2 Diabetes or diagnosed Pre-diabetes.  CODE aims to deliver general information about diabetes self-management in a local community group setting. CODE allows people with diabetes to talk in a supportive atmosphere about their own diabetes. Time is allocated during the programme for problem solving\, feedback on diabetes self management behaviours and goal setting. \nThe programme is facilitated by Sinead Powell\, Senior Dietitian and consists of 4 sessions of 2 hour duration.  The first 3 sessions take place over 3 consecutive weeks @in Slieve Russell\, Cavan \n  \nThis course is now fully booked \nAt 6 months:     Tuesday 27th February 2018                     11am to 1pm \nCODE is free of charge. \nTopics covered in CODE include diabetes explained\, risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, healthy eating\, physical activity\, personal goal setting\, complications and the necessity of regular follow up and the importance of optimal diabetes control. The six month session looks at the review of achievements and personal goal setting. Our flexible approach allows the sessions to be tailored to meet the self identified needs of each group. \nPre-booking is essential and all 4 sessions need attendance \nTelephone 071 914 6001 URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/cavan-prediabetes-type-2-education-4/ LOCATION:Slieve Russel Hotel CATEGORIES:Leinster END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180227T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180227T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20170831T085213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171214T122708Z UID:22568-1519722000-1519729200@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:GALWAY - DIABETES EDUCATION COURSE DESCRIPTION: Week 4 \nThis course is now full. \nIf you are interested in a diabetes education course in this area\, please call Regina on 071 914 6001 to register for the next course. \n  \n  URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/galway-diabetes-education-course-4/ LOCATION:Westside Community Resource Centre\, Seamus Quirke Road\, Galway CATEGORIES:Connaught END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180223T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180223T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20170915T095528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170915T095528Z UID:22750-1519372800-1519405200@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Diabetes Ireland Conference & Exhibition 2018 DESCRIPTION:https://www.diabetes.ie/dice-2018/ URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/diabetes-ireland-conference-exhibition-2018/ LOCATION:Croke Park Conference Centre Dublin 9\, Dublin 3 CATEGORIES:Leinster ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.diabetes.ie/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Twitter-post-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180222T203000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180222T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180222T121314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T121409Z UID:23370-1519331400-1519331400@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:Westmeath Diabetes Branch- Table Quiz DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/westmeath-diabetes-branch-table-quiz/ LOCATION:Annebrook Hotel\, Mullingar\, Annebrook Hotel\, Mullingar\, Ireland END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180217T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180217T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T195221 CREATED:20180213T132420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180213T132420Z UID:23322-1518868800-1518881400@www.diabetes.ie SUMMARY:LIMERICK Parent Support Group Event DESCRIPTION:Limerick parent support groups next event will be a WALK at the end of mid-term on Saturday 17th February 2018 @ 12.15 pm and we will walk Moyloussa\, just outside Killaloe. \nThis event is weather permitting. \nInquires to the Western Regional Office on 071 9146001 or wro@diabetes.ie URL:https://www.diabetes.ie/event/limerick-parent-support-group-event/ LOCATION:Moyloussa\, Co Clare CATEGORIES:Munster END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR