Health Services / Diabetes Management
Professional diabetes support
Living with a chronic health condition such as diabetes can be quite difficult. Whether you are newly diagnosed, or have had diabetes for some time, getting the right support and advice is vital in managing your health.
Health Services / Diabetes Management
Professional diabetes support
Living with a chronic health condition such as diabetes can be quite difficult. Whether you are newly diagnosed, or have had diabetes for some time, getting the right support and advice is vital in managing your health.
Facts about diabetes
280
Australians develop diabetes every day, that’s 1 person every 5 minutes
58%
Strong international evidence shows diabetes prevention programs can help prevent type 2 diabetes in up to 58 percent of cases
1.8million
1.8m
Australians have diabetes, including an estimated 500,000 with undiagnosed type 2 diabetes
Why you should always manage your diabetes
Testing your blood sugar level is one of the best ways to understand your diabetes and how different foods, medications, and activities affect your diabetes. Keeping track of your blood glucose can help you and your doctor make a plan to manage this condition.
How Greenleaf Pharmacies can help
One of the main benefits for speaking to your Greenleaf Pharmacist about your diabetes management is they can ensure you are taking your diabetes medication correctly. Your Greenleaf Pharmacist can also assist in setting up your blood glucose machine and teaching you how to best use all its features and benefits.
If you have an old blood glucose machine, we may be able to upgrade it for FREE. Simply ask your pharmacist to find out more information!