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diabetes

As the population ages, the number of people with diabetes is expected to grow substantially. An estimated 2 to 3 million Canadians, or 7-10% of the population, have diabetes. A staggering 1.1 million Canadians with diabetes go undiagnosed every year. The good news is that your Overwaitea Foods pharmacy has an entire section dedicated to diabetes care. Our pharmacists know that times of illness are stressfuland that the path to recovery starts with informed decisions, whether about proper medications or background information on your condition.

We understand the importance of monitoring your health. To assist you with this, we offer a free Diabetes Management Diary. Keeping accurate records of the tests you perform is an essential part of good diabetes self-monitoring. Use this diary to record your daily activities including diet, exercise, medications and blood sugar levels. It’s a helpful tool in achieving your health goals.

We recommend that you take your diary with you to all of your medical check-ups with doctors, specialists and diabetes educators. With controlled blood sugar levels, you’ll feel better and live a more productive and healthy life.
Drop into any Overwaitea Foods pharmacy and ask for your free copy today.

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For nutrition guidance:
Ask Our Nutritionists, read the special diets section.
Ask Our Pharmacists on diabetes care.

       
 
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