3rd Annual “Feria de Salud Por Tu Familia” (“Health Fair For Your Family”). This national, outdoor festival provides health screenings, cooking demonstrations and diabetes education.



Journalist and Colgate Total spokesperson Myrka Dellanos, is supporting this educational initiative by publicly sharing her own experience living with diabetes and the importance of brushing daily with an anti-bacterial toothpaste.

“Diabetics don’t have to take a step back; they can live life to the fullest,” said Myrka.



“Understanding the connection between oral health and diabetes and other health conditions is an important part of managing the condition. Daily brushing and flossing, regular dental check-ups and good blood glucose control are the best defenses against the oral complications of diabetes.”



On behalf of Colgate Total, Myrka will be telling her story alongside Dr. R. Ivan Lugo, former President of the Hispanic Dental Association and a leading dental health advocate in the Hispanic community.



“The Hispanic population has the lowest incidence of dental visits when compared to any other ethnicity. This fact reinforces the importance of regular dental check-ups” Dr. Lugo said. “It is vital for diabetics to maintain good oral hygiene, floss regularly and brush twice a day with a toothpaste that has antibacterial benefits, like Colgate Total.”



For more information, visit www.diabetes.org or call 800-DIABETES (800-342-2383).