COVID-19: the risks for people with diabetes
Here are answers to questions about the risks associated with COVID-19 for people living with diabetes. Note that COVID-19 is a new disease for which many aspects are still being studied.
InfoDiabetes Service
InfoDiabetes Service
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Glucagon nasal powder now available in Canada!
Glucagon nasal powder now available in Canada!
BAQSIMI™ glucagon nasal powder is now available in some pharmacies in Canada !
Get vaccinated against flu and pneumococcus!
Get vaccinated against flu and pneumococcus!
Vaccination, the best protection!
The flash glucose monitoring system is now covered
The flash glucose monitoring system is now covered
The FreeStyle Libre is now covered by Québec's basic prescription drug insurance plan for people with diabetes who meet three criteria.
BETTER registry for people living with type 1 diabetes
BETTER registry for people living with type 1 diabetes
You can now participate to the BETTER registry !
The New Canada’s Food Guide is now Available !
The New Canada’s Food Guide is now Available !
Consult the new Canada's Food Guide !
New 2018 Guidelines
New 2018 Guidelines
Diabetes Canada has updated its Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes in Canada.
New criteria for reimbursing glucose test strips
New criteria for reimbursing glucose test strips
The Québec Ministry of Health (Ministre de la Santé) has changed the way RAMQ reimburses glucose test strips that measure capillary glycemia (blood sugar levels measured by pricking the end of a finger).
Planning your trip
Planning your trip
There are a few things to consider when you travel. Besides the usual preparations, it is important to think about your diabetes when you are planning to be away.