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Diabetes in the African-Caribbean Community
13/10/2006
An unusually high number of people in the African Caribbean community suffer from diabetes mellitus. Why should this be so? And what can be done about it?
Diabetes in the African-Caribbean Community and the Science of Race: The Science Museum’s Dana Centre celebrates Black History Month
The Dana Centre, the Science Museum’s stylish adults-only bar and café dedicated to discussing contemporary science, medicine, technology and the environment, is holding two free events to celebrate Black History Month.
Diabetes in the African-Caribbean Community
Thursday 19 October, 19.00-20.30
An unusually high number of people in the African Caribbean community suffer from diabetes mellitus. Why should this be so? And what can be done about it? To help answer these questions, three specialists will lead discussions:
- Jenne Dixit from Diabetes UK will talk about the many misconceptions surrounding diabetes. Is there special food for people with diabetes? Can you catch it?
- A representative of Kings College London’s Centre for Caribbean Health will talk about the latest developments in diabetes management and what may be possible in the future.
- Ruth Austin, who helps run a Caribbean diabetes support group in Willesden, will talk about the practical steps her group takes to manage diabetes where she lives.
There will also be a chance to swap tasty and healthy recipes.
Science of Race
Thursday 26 October, 19.00-20.30
Conflicts of ‘race’ have a long and bloody history. Some think race is a useful lens for studying certain types of disease. But considering our history, should scientists carry out any research in terms of race? Leading experts including Marek Kohn, author of The Race Gallery, will lead this frank and open discussion.
Science Museum’s Dana Centre
Dana Centre, 165 Queen’s Gate, London SW7 5HD
Nearest tube is Gloucester Road
Our events are open to anyone aged 18 and over.
These events are free, but places should be pre-booked by calling 020 7942 4040 or e-mailing tickets@danacentre.org.uk
Symposium on Spirituality and Faith - The Solutions to Recovery in Mental Health
17/10/2006
Black Mental Health UK (BMH UK) campaign in association with the Kensington and Chelsea Carers Association are holding this event to spotlight the work of a growing movement within Black Majority Churches (BMCs) who are providing therapeutic, faith based care which is saving patients lives.
The Date : Tuesday 24 October
The Time : 7.00 – 9.00 pm
The Venue: Committee Room 4, The Mayor's Parlour,
at the Kensington Town Hall, Civic Entrance, Hornton Street London W8 7NX.
Nearest tube station: High Street Kensington. (3 min. walk)
Speakers for the evening:
- Dr Joanna Bennett, Mental Health Academic and key exponent of the David Bennett Inquiry
- Rev Nezlyn Stirling Chair of ACEA (African Caribbean Evangelical Alliance) - Chair of the event
- Dr. Oyepeju Raji, Consultant Psychiatrist, lecturer at Royal College of Psychiatry.
- Rev. Dorette Patterson Mental Health Hospital & Prison Ministry, Community Outreach & Priory Team Leader
- Rev Paul Grey, journalist, pastor’s the Nuneaton branch of the UK’s largest BMC New Testament Church of God
- Matilda MacAttram, founder of BMH UK, Journalist, Writer, Health Campaigner
- David Neita, Barrister, founder of Elect Mental Wealth, Community Advocate
This is event is free, to register for this event please contact Monique Klang-Voves
T: 020 8 960 3873 E-mail: mondee9@aol.com
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