Diabetes Education Assessment and Screening
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Top level
Community Health
Services
Diabetes Education
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The diabetes educator provides individual assessment and instruction on blood sugar testing as well as other aspects of diabetes management such as insulin injection.
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Group education sessions on a wide variety of topics dealing with diabetes are held regularly, covering:
* Causes, symptoms, and treatment
* Dietary management
* Foot care, monitoring and routine checkups
* Preventing long term complications
Home visits are available if needed.
REGIONAL DIABETES CLINICS
The staff from the Health Service provide regular Diabetes Clinic Services in conjunction with local doctors. These clinics are offered on a monthly basis on Kangaroo Island, Victor Harbor and Goolwa. Clinics provide an annual assessment by the Podiatrist, Diabetic Nurse, Dietitian and the client’s local doctor. Referral from your GP is required to attend these clinics.
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Clobber Cholesterol
Lose Weight
Exercise Daily
Stop Smoking
Eat Less Fat
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