Information about Diabetes

Articles of interest for those looking for information about diabetes, including diabetic FAQs, and articles on subjects such as children, holidays, insulin and others.

• FAQs
  It is very important for people who think they might have diabetes to visit a personal health care practitioner. The following simplified questions and answers can't take the place of a personal consultation.
  
  
• Children with Diabetes
  In children the main form of diabetes seen is Type 1 or insulin dependent diabetes. However, in some countries, Type 2 or, what was formerly known as mature onset diabetes, is becoming more prevalent as children are becoming less physically active and more overweight.
  
  
• Planning a holiday?
  When you plan a holiday, be sure to plan ahead. Plan for changes in meal patterns, time zones and increased or decreased activity.
  
  
• About Insulin
  Inside the pancreas, beta cells make the hormone insulin. With each meal, beta cells release insulin to help the body use or store the glucose it gets from food.
  
  
• Gestational Diabetes
  Finding out you have gestational diabetes can be very frightening. Not only do you have to deal with all the emotions (the ups and the downs) and the questions that come with being pregnant, but also the uncertainty of this new-found condition.
  
  
• Cats with Diabetes
  Diabetes occurs less frequently in cats than in dogs. However, when it does occur, it can be more difficult to regulate
  
  
• General Information
  Diabetes is a chronic disease that has no cure. It is the leading cause of death by disease in Canada.
  
  
• Living with Gestational Diabetes
  Eat the diet recommended by your care provider or a nutritionist. This diet usually includes a 2,200 to 2,400 calorie diet.
  
  
• Injection Technique
  Many people safely reuse their syringes. However, if you are ill, have open wounds on your hands, or have poor resistance to infection, you should not risk syringe reuse.
  
  
• Insulin Therapy
  With the help of your health care team, you can find an insulin routine that will keep your blood sugar near normal, help you feel good, and fit your lifestyle.
  
  
• Living with Diabetes
  Unlike other diseases where your involvement may be limited to taking your medication on time, you play an active part in controlling your diabetes.
  
  
• Dogs with Diabetes
  Diabetes is one of the most common hormonal diseases in dogs.