Pitt County celebrating National Diabetes Awareness Day

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — November 14th is National Diabetes Day and the Pitt County Health Department hosted a diabetes block party. The event had health experts, nutritionists, and health screenings to help those who need it.

"I'm living with type one diabetes and so, this event is true to my heart," Diabetes Care Coordinator and Dietetic Technician Patti Columbe said. "I've had it since I was a little girl and having the opportunity to teach diabetes education here is, is the dream job right now. So, I'm very thankful to be here and to share with everybody that came today."

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