Almost everyone is watching their diets these days.But if this is something residents struggle with, St. Thomas More Hospital will present its third annual Diabetes Symposium from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Harrison School.

Sponsored by STMH, St. Thomas More Health Foundation and the Daily Record, the free event originally was scheduled at the Abbey, but organizers moved it to Harrison School at 920 Field Ave.

“It’s not only for people with diabetes,” said Diane Wiersum, of STMH. “It’s for everyone who has a history in their family” or those who are seeking a healthier lifestyle.

The event kicks off with health screenings from 7 to 8 a.m. Individuals may take those results to their personal physicians.

During the symposium, several individuals will make presentations on various topics.

“Anyone who wants to make healthy lifestyle changes will find something beneficial at the symposium,” said Dawn McWilliams, nurse educator at STMH. “Because November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, it is an excellent opportunity to discuss the ways in which you may be at risk for developing this disease, but also opportunities to decrease those risks. It’s also a good opportunity to be proactive about your health in general.”

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