Halloween marks the unofficial start to the holiday season—a time of year that is particularly difficult for families who struggle with diabetes—the fifth-deadliest disease in the United States—and one with no cure.

On Saturday, October 31, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is hosting Trick or Treat It, a healthy Halloween celebration to give young—and young at heart—diabetics a chance to enjoy this special day without the peril of too much sugar!  This event is part of Memorial’s 31 Days of Keeping the Girls Healthy, a series of events throughout the month of October to promote women’s health.

Trick or Treat It will be held in the atrium at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard on Saturday, October 31 from 10am to 12noon.  This event is free and open to the public.  No reservations required.  For more information, call (337) 494-2936.