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Program:
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Diabetes Education Centre
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Address:
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451 Paxton St
Port Perry, ON
L9L 1L9
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Intersection:
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Old Simcoe Rd and Paxton St
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Accessibility Notes:
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West entrance is accessible
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Hours:
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Mon 8am-4pm * bi-weekly Tue 1pm-4pm
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Service Description:
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Supports for people living with prediabetes or diabetes * one-one-one or group consultation on monitoring blood sugar levels, medications, healthy eating, exercise, and other lifestyle choices * registered nurse and dietitian on staff n* monthly diabetes education groups offered virtually
- insulin start
- insulin pump program
- glucose screening clinics
- nutritional counselling
- footcare/chiropody services
The diabetes educator is responsible for assessing health needs, education and ongoing management for clients with type 2 diabetes only
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Application:
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Call * no referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Adults 18 years and older with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes * must have a valid health card
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Area Served:
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Durham Region and area
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