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Supporting local consumers impacted by diabetes, Jewel-Osco stores in Niles are providing free blood glucose test screenings at their stores on Saturday, Nov. 13 from 10 am to 2 pm.  This includes the 8730 West Dempster Ave., 7900 N. Milwaukee Ave., and 5665 West Touhy Ave locations.  In addition, from Nov. 7 to 20, participating Jewel-Osco stores are offering diabetes health screenings for A1C, cholesterol and liver function for only $19.99.  Year-round, there are free "Eating Healthy with Diabetes" tours at most Jewel-Osco stores that cover topics such as reading food labels and identifying better food options. To register for the health screenings and tours, and learn about other diabetes education services talk with a Jewel-Osco pharmacist, call toll-free 1-800-783-0458 or visit www.jeweloscopharmacies.com.

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