Sequoyah County Health Department Offers Diabetes Education Series

Two-part program covers diabetes basics, food, monitoring, and long-term effects.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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The Sequoyah County Health Department is hosting a Diabetes Education Series on March 23 and 30 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at their office in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. The free program will cover what diabetes is, the relationship between food and diabetes, how to better monitor and understand blood glucose results, and discuss the long-term effects of diabetes. Goal setting and assignment activities will be included to keep participants engaged between sessions and beyond.

Why it matters

Diabetes is a growing health concern, especially in rural areas like Sequoyah County. This educational series provides an opportunity for those affected by or at risk of diabetes to learn more about managing the condition and making lifestyle changes to improve their health.

The details

The Diabetes Education Series will take place over two sessions at the Sequoyah County Health Department located at 612 N. Oak Street in Sallisaw. Participants will explore the basics of diabetes, how diet and monitoring impact the condition, and discuss the long-term effects. Interactive goal setting and assignments will help attendees apply what they learn.

  • The series will be held on March 23 and 30, 2026 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

The players

Sequoyah County Health Department

The local public health agency offering the Diabetes Education Series.

Kassandra Briggs

The contact person for more information on the program, who can be reached at 539-230-4256 or by email at Kassandra.briggs@health.ok.gov.

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The takeaway

This free educational series provides an important opportunity for those in Sequoyah County affected by or at risk of diabetes to learn how to better manage their condition and make lifestyle changes to improve their long-term health.