The healthcare system in Canada for managing diabetes has a number of features that are addressed in this article, including the coverage for medications and supplies, as well as benefits, gaps and limitations.
Eight great reasons for physical activity
If you have diabetes, you probably know that it’s important to engage in regular physical activity. But do you know why?
Hypertension and its link to stress
As you have read in previous blogs, hypertension or high blood pressure can contribute to diabetes complications. One factor that can cause hypertension is stress.
What is type 3 diabetes?
You may have heard recently about a new type of diabetes that is being classified as “type 3” diabetes.
Information for caregivers: managing low blood sugar in people with diabetes
If you are caring for a loved one with diabetes, it’s important that you know how to recognize and manage low blood sugar levels (this is known as hypoglycemia).
Getting to the heart of matter when you have diabetes
Unfortunately, having diabetes means you’re more likely to develop heart disease, and have an increased risk for stroke and heart attack. But by managing your diabetes and maintaining some healthy lifestyle habits, you can still do lots to protect your heart for the long-term.
