Diabetes is a metabolic disease in which the insulin hormone is either not being created or not properly used by the body, resulting in high levels of blood sugar since insulin is responsible for the storage and the burning of sugar in blood, maintaining a good level of it. Some symptoms of diabetes include increased hunger, thirst, and urination as well as blurry vision, extreme fatigues, and Wight loss. If not treated, diabetes can be fatal as it damages the nerves, eyes, kidneys, and other organs. Therefore, it is important to make sure that patients are keeping us with their treatments to alleviate the symptoms and reduce the harm caused by this disease.
As a result, we understand the difficulty that comes with proper management of diabetes. From controlling blood sugar levels to having accurate blood sugar readings on a dependable monitor, we can help you with all aspects of diabetes management to endure your good overall health with this free program. We are able to assist you with informing you about both the information and resources related to latest technologies in blood sugar monitors, picking out the most competent monitor, giving out medications prescribed, and assisting with any other concerns that you may have. As Canada’s most accessible health care provider, pharmacists can help Canadians manage their diabetes and ease the strain of chronic disease on the health care system. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes or have other chronic conditions for which you are taking 3 medications regularly, just bring your health card with you and come to see us!