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Diabetes Care
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About Helwig Health and Diabetes Center

Who we are and where we are located More >>

Our Services & Specialties
The Helwig Health and Diabetes Center will help you learn how to manage your diabetes to help prevent complications of the disease and help you enjoy a healthy lifestyle More >>

Type 1 Diabetes Education
Outpatient education for patients with Type 1 diabetes is geared to a range of self-management skill levels More >>

Type 2 Diabetes Education
Education is provided in both small group and individual settings. More >>

Adult Diabetes Support Group
2008 “Sweet Success”
Living Well with Diabetes Discussion Group More >>

Insulin Pump Program
Helwig Health and Diabetes Center offers the largest and most comprehensive insulin pump program in the region More >>

Counting Carbs vs. Avoiding Sugars
Counting and managing carbohydrates is actually more effective than avoiding simple sugars More >>

Insulin, Orals, and Your Options
If you have diabetes, you know that the right medication can be vital to how well you feel More >>

Camp Red Jacket - Helping Children with Diabetes Find Answers
A free day camp for children ages 6 - 12 with Type I diabetes More >>

Medical Nutrition Therapy
Those with Medicare Part B can receive special nutrition counseling More >>

Healthy You on Diabetes eNewsletter
Created by the experts at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network’s Helwig Health and Diabetes Center, this eNewsletter brings you the latest information on managing your illness and staying healthy. Get all the archives here. More >>

Diabetes eNewsletter Signup
If you have diabetes, think you may be at risk, or know a loved one with the disease, you may be interested in joining our online newsletter. More >>

Quality Results
See how our care compares to other hospitals in Pennsylvania and nationwide. More >>

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In the News:

LVH Named a "Best Hospital" for Endocrinology
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Nutrition:
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Diabetes Dictionary:
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Education:
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Quality Care
LVH Named Among Best in U.S. by U.S. News & World Report
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