November 14th is National Diabetes Day.

 

Did you know it is estimated 14 million Canadians will have diabetes or pre-diabetes by 2027 with an annual cost of $5 Billion dollars? Diabetes contributes to 30% of strokes; 40% of heart attacks; 50% of kidney failure requiring dialysis and 70% of all non-traumatic leg and foot amputations. It is time to take action on diabetes!

Checking Blood sugar Chart

Chart illustrating the medical number range for high blood sugar and the signs of diabetes, the target range for good blood sugar and the medical number ranger for low blood sugar and signs.

If you have questions or concerns about diabetes please call the MHC Diabetes Training and Care Centre 705-368-2300 ext. 2415