A recent February 2021 survey[1] of Canadians living with chronic diseases – like arthritis, cancer, diabetes, heart disease or obesity – revealed that many people have missed out on routine care. Some people may think they’re reducing potential health...
Have you ever noticed that you can eat the exact same food over and over again, but see your blood sugars react differently each time? This can sometimes be a frustrating reality for people living with type 1 diabetes, because there are so many factors that can affect...
People often believe that failing eyesight is an inevitable result of aging or eyestrain. In truth, a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of eye health problems. Organizations such as the Ontario Association of Optometrists and the Canadian Association...
Plantar warts can easily affect those with type 1 diabetes. This is due to the reduced immunity within the body. The reduction of immunity leaves the body at a more vulnerable state, where foot issues such as plantar warts can easily occur. Plantar warts are small...
Have you heard? There’s a new Libre in town! The Freestyle Libre “flash” glucose monitor now has a “version 2”, called the Freestyle Libre 2. Read on to find out about the differences, compatibilities and new features… What’s the difference between the Freestyle...