The Bristol Elders groups hosted Tony Kelly at Easton Community Centre earlier this month, inviting the Diabetes Ambassador to give a talk about diabetes prevention and explore how the disease affects the Afro-Caribbean community.
Part of the groups’ varied programme of speakers, Tony’s talk highlighted how people from Black African, African Caribbean and South Asian backgrounds are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes from a younger age. With the exact reason for this not yet known, the disease can lead to serious health conditions if not treated, making talks like this crucial for our communities.
Drawing on his specialist knowledge of diabetes in the Afro-Caribbean community, as well as his own experience of living with the disease, Tony shared important information on how diabetes can be treated and its consequences avoided or delayed with diet, physical activity, medication and regular screening, as well as treatment for complications.
Finding the talk incredibly informative, the Bristol Elders have invited Tony back for a longer Q&A session for anyone that is interested.
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