Two events target diabetes awareness

Story Date: Mon, 12 Nov 2012 14:53:00 EST

EVMS has two opportunities this week to support diabetes research and have fun in the process.

On Thursday, Nov. 15, more than 20 Norfolk restaurants affiliated with the Ghent Business Association will host "Diabetes Bites. Bite Back!" a fund-raising event to support the EVMS Strelitz Diabetes Center. 

On Saturday, Nov. 17, its EVMS Diabetes Awareness Night at the Norfolk Admirals. Get a free diabetes screening, qualify for a series of give-aways, enjoy some great hockey and meet someone who successfully deals with Type 1 diabetes daily: former Miss America Nicole Johnson.