Join us as Dr. Steven Ytterberg, Rheumatology; Mayo Clinic, Rochester discusses the similarities as well as the differences in signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments of arthritis and lupus.

Joining us is Dr. Luke E. Benedict from Allina Medical Clinics.  He will present the “must knows” of diabetes with special emphasis on the lupus and diabetes connection.

It is estimated that 1 in 3 Americans will have diabetes by the year 2050 if the disease continues at its current rate.  People are more at risk for diabetes when they are obese, maintain a diet high in fat and sugar, do not exercise regularly, have a family history of diabetes, or are 45 or older.

However, for people with lupus, there may be an additional risk factor for diabetes directly related to the medications prescribed to treat and control the symptoms of lupus.

Whether you have diabetes, are a lupus patient living with or are concerned about diabetes, or work with patients who confront diabetes and/or lupus everyday, join us as Dr. Benedict discusses the risks, signs, symptoms and management of diabetes.

To register for this webinar, go to

https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/286377886

During this free webinar, “Eating for a Healthy Lifestyle,” health experts delivered an informative 45 minute talk and will provide an interactive 15-minute Q&A opportunity for participants to ask their questions.

To learn more and watch a rebroadcast of this webinar, visit: http://www.healthmattersatwork.org/Eating-for-a-Healthy-Lifestyle

This webinar is part of the Community Health Charities Minnesota’s Health Matters at Work program.  If you have additional questions regarding incorporating Health Matters at Work in your workplace, please contact Debi Windshitl-Pehrson at dpehrson@healthcharities.org or 952.224.9824.

On July 1st, Faith's Lodge in Danbury, WI was hit hard by a tornado.

Right now, there is a very urgent need for CHCM member Faith’s Lodge.  On July 1st, Faith’s Lodge in Danbury, WI was hit hard by a tornado.  Faith’s Lodge provides a place where parents and families facing the serious illness or death of a child can retreat to reflect on the past, renew strength for the present, and build hope for the future.

The Lodge will be closed at least through the month of July as they sort through the devastation. While the building itself was minimally damaged, nearly all of the 80 acres of trees were wiped out.   These grounds are an important part of the Faith’s Lodge experience.  “If I have trouble sleeping, I think about that calming image of watching the sunrise at Faith’s Lodge”, says one family member.

While the building itself was minimally damaged, nearly all of the 80 acres of trees were wiped out.

Please, if you are able, consider a contribution to our Faith’s Lodge Relief Fund. You can donate via credit card or send cash/check payable to CHCM’s Faith’s Lodge Relief Fund.* 

Faith’s Lodge looks forward to being able to rebuild and bring back the peace and serenity that existed previously.  We know that many people would like to volunteer in the clean-up effort. Once we have a better timeline established, we’ll recruit volunteers for a group clean-up day to be scheduled later this season.  In the mean time, we are grateful for donations of any amount to assist with the recovery effort.

Thank you for your support, and please continue to check back for more information!

*Mail to: CHCM, Attn: Andrea Wendt, 2626 East 82nd Street, Suite 225, Bloomington, MN 55425 952.224.9825