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Living with Diabetes

Newly diagnosed

Being newly diagnosed can be an intimidating experience but just know we have the tools and resources you need to succeed. Take action to live your best life.

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Type 1 Adult Toolkit

How do you know if you’re at risk for diabetes? Complete the Canadian Diabetes Risk Questionnaire (CANRISK) test today to find out.

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Type 2 adult toolkit

Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which your body cannot make enough insulin, or your body does not properly use the insulin it makes.

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Newly diagnosed

There are several types of diabetes. This section will help you understand your diagnosis and learn more about how to manage it.

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Blood sugar management

Blood sugar is the amount of sugar (glucose) in your blood at a given time. Checking your blood sugar is an important part of managing your diabetes.

Starting insulin
Managing blood sugar
Hypoglycemia
Hyperglycemia
Medication management
Technology & devices
Lows and highs of blood sugar
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Life with Diabetes

People with diabetes can expect to live active, independent and vital lives if they make a lifelong commitment to careful diabetes management.

Your right to care everywhere
Managing the cost of & access to care
Mental health
Weight management
Emergency preparedness
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View Stories

Stories from people who have or have been affected by diabetes. The stories highlight their personal journeys and ways they have impacted their communities.
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Benefits & Types of Physical Activity

Regular exercise has special advantages if you have diabetes.
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The at-home workout

Time to get started. Incorporating small bouts of simple activities into your day.
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Virtual Learning

Diabetes 360 podcast
Virtual diabetes education program
Education video library
Diabetes education video library
How 2 type 1
How 2 type 2

Medical & monitoring

People with diabetes can expect to live active, independent and vital lives if they make a lifelong commitment to careful diabetes management.

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Lifestyle management

Helpful suggestions on how to practice self-care with diabetes.

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Managing your blood sugar

A blood glucose meter is used to check your blood sugar at home. You can get these meters at most pharmacies or from your diabetes educator. 

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Managing complications

Diabetes can lead to a variety of complications, including heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, blindness, amputation, and more. People with diabetes are also at risk for mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression.

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Complications

Heart & stroke
Celiac disease
Eye health
Kidney health
Neuropathy (Nerve damage)
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Tools & resources

All tools & resources
Assess your risk
Glycemic index
Meal plans
Education video library