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Diabetes: Tests to Watch for Complications On this page: … may vary depending on whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. A1c blood test. This test shows the average level … of a type of fat in the blood. It is common for people with diabetes to also have high cholesterol. Too much cholesterol …
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… How Diabetes Causes Blindness On this page: Overview Overview Diabetes damages small blood vessels throughout the body. … as the condition gets worse. Major causes of blindness from diabetes This table shows the major causes of blindness in …
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Diabetes: Tracking My Feelings On this page: Overview … form to think about any negative feelings you have about diabetes. My feeling is (for example, … because I think (for example, I resent the fact that I have diabetes and should eat less of some foods that I like): …
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Diabetes: Amputation for Foot Problems On this page: … Overview Blood vessel and nerve damage linked with diabetes can lead to serious infections that are extremely … who has had an amputation. Type 1 Diabetes Type 2 Diabetes Current as of: March 1, …
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Planning to Be an Organ Donor Upon Death On this page: … to become an organ donor, you won't be denied life-saving care when you need it. Provincial laws and emergency medical … is noted on your driver's licence or provincial health care card. To find out what's required in your province, go …
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… Treatment Plan Record for a Child With ADHD On this page: Overview … form to record information about your child's treatment plan for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Review the plan with your doctor or other health professional often. …
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… Physical activity when planning a pregnancy Last updated August 2, 2013 Overview … increase resistance to disease, including adult onset diabetes reduce stress, anxiety, and depression while … you start any new exercise routine, check with your health care provider to make sure you don’t have any medical or …
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… Noninsulin Medicines for Type 2 Diabetes On this page: About This Medicine About This … Here are some examples of non-insulin medicines for diabetes. Some of these medicines may be combined in one … is not a complete list. Why are noninsulin medicines for diabetes used? Non-insulin medicines for diabetes help you …
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… Avoiding Emotional Eating: Making a Plan On this page: Getting Started Getting Started Having a plan can help you deal with your emotions without using … too hungry nor too full. Change your response to triggers. Plan what you'll do when you notice your emotional eating …
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… ADHD: Helping Your Child Get the Most From School Actionset Overview Children with ADHD may have difficulty in school. That's … about ADHD. Know your child's symptoms and treatment plan. Talk with your doctor about your child's behaviours …