diabetes Canada
Liberals hitting diabetes patients with tax grab, Conservatives and health groups say
Health groups joined forces with the Conservative opposition to accuse the Liberal government of trying to raise tax revenue on the backs of vulnerable diabetics. Continue reading
Food and fun marks Taste of Kingston diabetes fundraiser
By Callie Warren Videographer
The event helps raise funds for diabetes research, education and awareness. Continue reading
Nearly 30% of British Columbians living with diabetes or pre-diabetes: Report
By Paula Baker Online Journalist
Nearly 30 per cent or 1.4 million British Columbians are living with diabetes or pre-diabetes, according to a new report by Diabetes Canada. Continue reading
Coverage for test strips for Manitoba Diabetes patients reduced
It’s not a boast worthy statistic but Manitoba has the highest number of people living with diabetes per capita in Canada. Continue reading
Alberta doctors pushing for in-school support for students with diabetes: ‘Make sure these kids are safe’
By Su-Ling Goh Health Reporter
Right now in Alberta, some schools offer no support for students with type 1 diabetes, leaving the responsibility to parents. Dr. Tara McGrath says that’s not only tough on families, it’s dangerous. Continue reading
Early periods associated with diabetes in pregnancy, study finds
The age at which a girl gets her first period could mean complications with diabetes and birth later in life. Continue reading
Canadian First Nations women face 87% lifetime risk of diabetes, study warns
First Nations people face a far higher lifetime risk of diabetes than non-aboriginals, a study published today shows. Continue reading
