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      The complications associated with diabetes have a common origin: too much glucose (sugar) in the blood. If blood glucose (sugar) levels remain high too often over time, it has a damaging effect on many of the body’s organs, primarily: the kidneys (nephropathy) the eyes (retinopathy) the nervous system (neuropathy) the heart (heart attack) the blood
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    • What is Diabetes?

      Diabetes is a chronic, incurable disease that occurs when the body doesn’t produce any or enough insulin, leading to an excess of sugar in the blood. Insulin is a hormone, produced by the pancreas, which helps the cells of the body use the glucose (sugar) in food. Cells need this energy in order to function
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    The 4 Pillars of Balance

    Living with diabetes means developing a lifestyle that allows you to control the disease while staying active.

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      The Diabetes Diet

      Eating properly helps keep your blood glucose (sugar) levels within target values.The dietary recommendations for people with diabetes are similar to those for the general public. Some basic tips Eat three balanced meals per day, plus snacks if needed. Avoid skipping meals. Stick to regular mealtimes. Meals should be spaced about 4 to 6 hours apart. Have
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      Hypoglycemia in an Individual with Diabetes

      Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is a frequent event that can harm the quality of life of people with diabetes and their families. It is important to know the symptoms and how to treat it, as well as its causes and what to do to prevent it. Definition Hypoglycemia is defined as a blood glucose (sugar) level below 4
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  • 22 January 2021

    Latest Position of the Diabetes Québec Professional Council – Adults living with diabetes must be given priority for COVID-19 vaccination

    22 January 2021

    Latest Position of the Diabetes Québec Professional Council – Adults living with diabetes must be given priority for COVID-19 vaccination

    People suffering from a chronic disease, like diabetes, should be able to get a COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible.

  • 8 October 2020

    Watch the new video courses presented by Universi-D

    8 October 2020

    Watch the new video courses presented by Universi-D

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  • 8 June 2020

    COVID-19: the risks for people with diabetes

    8 June 2020

    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.

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    15 April 2020

    InfoDiabetes Service

    15 April 2020

    InfoDiabetes Service

    Despite the situation, our healthcare professionals are there for you!

  • 28 November 2019

    Glucagon nasal powder now available in Canada!

    28 November 2019

    Glucagon nasal powder now available in Canada!

    BAQSIMI™ glucagon nasal powder is now available in some pharmacies in Canada !

  • 7 November 2019

    Get vaccinated against flu and pneumococcus!

    7 November 2019

    Get vaccinated against flu and pneumococcus!

    Vaccination, the best protection!

  • FreeStyle Libre - maintenant remboursé pour certaines personnes diabétiques
    12 July 2019

    The flash glucose monitoring system is now covered

    12 July 2019

    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.

  • Registre BETTER pour les personnes vivant avec le diabète de type 1
    28 May 2019

    BETTER registry for people living with type 1 diabetes

    28 May 2019

    BETTER registry for people living with type 1 diabetes

    You can now participate to the BETTER registry !

  • Nouvelles lignes directrices de pratique clinique 2018
    9 April 2018

    New 2018 Guidelines

    9 April 2018

    New 2018 Guidelines

    Diabetes Canada has updated its Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes in Canada.

  • Nouvelles modalités pour le remboursement des bandelettes
    8 February 2018

    New criteria for reimbursing glucose test strips

    8 February 2018

    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).

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