Category: Diabetes Health Care

Did you know that over 11 million Canadians have diabetes or prediabetes? In addition to taking medication regularly as prescribed, improving lifestyle habits is…

With all the different devices available to measure blood sugar levels (glucose meters), how do you know which one is right for you?

People with diabetes need to take medication to lower their blood sugar (blood glucose) to an acceptable level. However, sometimes blood sugar levels can…

If you are asked to go for a blood test on an empty stomach, it is important to let the clinic staff know when…

Do you suffer from type 2 diabetes? If so, your pharmacist is there to help you understand the role of your medications, to provide…

Foot care is an important aspect of diabetes, one that is often overlooked. Did you know that 70% of lower limb amputations in Canada…