Hypertension and Diabetes Forum Program
Barangay Pongayan, Kapangan, Benguet
Date:18 August 2023
Time: 8:00 A.M – 3:30 P.M
Venue: Pongayan Barangay Health Station
**Program Schedule:**
Opening Session: [8:00] - [8:30]
 Opening Prayer by Kristel Joana S. Binongcal , UC-CON student
 Welcome Address by Jaidy Day-em, UC-CON student
 Opening Remarks by Norma Kimkiman, Rural Health Midwife
- Introduction to the Seminar's Objectives and Agenda
**Session 1: Understanding Hypertension: [8:30 - [9:30]**
- Presentation on the Definition, Causes, and Risk Factors of Hypertension
- Overview of Diagnostic Methods and Screening for Hypertension
- Practical Insights on Hypertension Management and Medication
**Session 2: Navigating Diabetes Care: [9:30] - [10:30]**
- Presentation on Types of Diabetes, Causes, and Risk Factors
- Introduction to Blood Glucose Monitoring and its Importance
- Lifestyle Modifications, Diet, and Exercise for Diabetes Management
**Coffee Break: [10:30] - [11:00]**
**Panel Discussion: [11:00] - [12:30]**
- Engaging Discussions with Nursing Students, Health Professionals, and the Community
- Q&A Session: Addressing Attendees' Questions and Concerns
**Networking Lunch: [12:30] - [1:30]**
**Session 3: Interactive Workshops: [1:30] - [2:30]**
- Hands-on Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose Monitoring Demonstrations
- Workshop Facilitated by Nursing Students, Assisted by Clinical Instructor and Rural Health
Midwife
**Closing Remarks and Certificate Distribution: [2:30] - [3:00]**
- Reflections on the Day's Discussions and Learnings
- Certificate Distribution to Attendees
**Wrap-up and Networking: [3:00] - [3:30]**
- Opportunity for Networking, Further Questions, and Informal Discussions
- Photo Session to Capture the Event's Highlights