Community Hospital Offers Carbohydrate Counting Class

New Port Richey, Florida (January 28, 2009) – Community Hospital now offers a Carbohydrate Counting Class, entitled Easy Eating for Diabetics. The next class will be held on February 25. Classes will continue to be presented on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 9:30 AM by Bridget Shapiro, Registered Dietitian. The classes are offered at Community Hospital, 5637 Marine Parkway, New Port Richey, Florida 34652.

Individuals who have been diagnosed with diabetes should “carbohydrate count.” Carbohydrates in food affect a diabetic’s blood glucose levels, and the class is designed to educate diabetics on how they can better control their levels through diet. Participants in the "carbohydrate counting" class will learn:

  • The myths surrounding the “diabetic diet”
  • Sources of carbohydrates in the diet
  • Why carbohydrates are so important for proper energy
  • How many carbohydrates diabetics need to consume in a meal/day
  • How to eat your favorite foods and not feel guilty

Seating is limited and reservations are required. For more information and for reservations call 727-834-5630.

About Community Hospital:
Community Hospital is located in New Port Richey, FL. A leading acute care center and known for specialties including a dedicated Cancer Program recognized by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons, an all private room Women’s Center for Gynecology and Urology Services, and an all private room Spine and Joint Care Center. Community Hospital is Joint Commission Accredited, and a Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center. Community Hospital offers the only da Vinci Robotic System in Pasco, Hernando and Citrus County.

Over 400 physicians, 1000 employees and 200 volunteers comprise our healthcare delivery team.

Construction has begun on the Medical Center of Trinity, a 236 bed, state-of-the-art, private room facility at the corner of SR 54 and Little Road in Trinity to replace Community Hospital in late 2010.

For more information, visit our website at www.communityhospitalnpr.com.