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Diabetes: Helping a Family Member Who Has Diabetes
…INFORMATION Diabetes Canada Nova Scotia and PEI Toll Free: 1-800-326-7712 http://www.diabetes.ca PEI Government Website https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/diabetes NS Diabetes Care Program Website https://www.nshealth.ca/diabetes Public Health Agency of Canada website at: http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/cd-mc/publications/diabetes-diabete/facts-figures-faits-chiffres-2011/index-eng.php#toc…
Diabetic Neuropathy
…hurt as much as you would expect. CAUSES & RISK FACTORS What causes diabetic neuropathy? Diabetes causes the level of sugar in your blood to be higher than normal. Over…
Sexuality in Older Adults
…sex, intimacy by American Psychological Institute (04/12/12, http://www.apa.org/monitor/2010/10/intimacy.aspx) Safe Sex for Seniors (PDF) by American Geriatrics Society Foundation for Health in Aging (04/12/12, http://www.healthinaging.org/public_education/safe_sex_tips.pdf) A study of sexuality and health…
What You Should Know Before You Start A Weight Loss Plan
…Body Mass Index (BMI) Over the past twenty years, Canadians have become more familiar with specific measurements related to health, such as cholesterol levels and blood pressure readings. When it…
Air Pollution
…Here are some tips on how you can reduce your exposure to outdoor air pollution. Check the Air Quality Index (AQI). Environment and Climate Change Canada checks and reports on…
Healthy Ways to Gain Weight If You’re Underweight
…Using a tool to calculate your body mass index (BMI) can help determine if you’re underweight. Your healthcare provider can also help determine if you’re underweight based on your height,…
Vitamin D
…disease, and cystic fibrosis) People with dietary restrictions, such as vegan, milk-allergic, ovo-vegetarian, and lactose-intolerance People who are obese (body mass index [BMI] = 30) People with kidney disease, including…
Diabetes and Nutrition
…your diabetes management. Some signs of uncontrolled high blood sugar include: Blurry vision Unquenchable thirst Unexplained weight loss Dizziness or being light-headed Nausea You are more emotional than normal for…
Endometriosis
…each week). Pregnancy TREATMENT Endometriosis treatment Several types of medicine can treat endometriosis, including: Over-the-counter medicine can relieve pain and inflammatory. Birth control pills can regulate your hormones and reduce…
Childhood Overweight and Obesity
…a child’s ability to learn, make friends, and interact with others. How can I tell if my child is overweight? As children grow and develop, some weight changes are normal….