The Tribune

FOLLOWING the success of its inaugural event last year, ACE Diabetes is set to launch the second annual Get on Track Expo with the same theme: “Prevent and Protect”.

Free and open to the public, this event aims to bring together a variety of organisations within the community to present information about diabetes-related products and services. The expo will cover all aspects of diabetes and the prevention of diabetes. Healthcare professionals will be ready at their booths to discuss and provide information on eye care, dental care, physical activity, healthy eating, weight loss, blood sugar monitoring, medications, plus new products, services and technology for people with diabetes and more.

This seminar will be held on Saturday, November 8, at the New Providence Community Centre from 10am to 2pm.

“The goal of this expo is to increase awareness to improve the overall health of our community,” said Anita Cates, co-founder of ACE Diabetes and organiser of the Get on Track Expo. “And we want to people to have fun as they explore the resources and information being made available to them.”

Some of the highlights of the expo are a cooking demonstration performed by Chef Jacques Carlino of Blue Caviar. He will be making a teriyaki chicken stir fry, vegetarian Moroccan tagine with couscous and French vinaigrette with vegetables, then ending with a scrumptious dessert. Mac Fit Pro will get expo attendees pumped up and excited with a dynamic 20-minute demonstration on fit and fun exercise. In the greenhouse, the Field to Fork Community Farm will offer a demonstration on backyard farming and how to grow your own food.

Attendees are invited to bring all their questions about diabetes to the “Ask The Experts” session featuring Dr Graham Cates and internationally-renowned Dr David Marrero, who was instrumental in the design and execution of the Diabetes Prevention Programme.

“We want to encourage a sense of empowerment, we want people to leave the expo believing that they can take control of their health and knowing the steps to take. Diabetes takes away control and leaves you dependent on others. Through the Get On Track Expo we aim to educate people on how to get back in control, how to get back on track with their health and lives,” said Nurse Cates.

Throughout the expo, there will be free health screenings and loads of prizes and giveaways. Another highlight of the event is the raffle. Participants will be eligible to win a ‘staycation’ at the Baha Mar Resort.

ACE Diabetes was established in 2012 to address the overwhelming need in the Bahamas for diabetes awareness and the challenge of managing diabetes on a daily basis.

“The Get On Track Expo is beneficial not only for people with diabetes, but also for their families, caregivers and others who may be at risk for developing diabetes,” said Nurse Cates. “It is an excellent opportunity for anyone in the community to learn more about diabetes, correct misconceptions and ask questions.”

To pre-register online for a complimentary breakfast available from 9am-10am before the official start of the expo, log onto www.acediabetes.org or call 327-2878.