Sick Day Management Guidance
In the event that your patient with diabetes becomes ill, make sure they know what to do so they can avoid a decline in their health that might land them in hospital. Diabetes Canada’s Sick Day Management Guide is a great resource which also includes medications to temporarily stop.
If your patient has a complex medication regimen or their caregiver has medication questions, they can also receive Sick Day Management education from a LMC CDE Pharmacist to help identify specific medications they
should stop temporarily. This service is available virtually by phone or video through LMC Pharmacy (1-866-701-3636) and is a MOHLTC covered service (no charge to patients).

Sick Day Management Resources
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Diabetes Canada: Stay Safe When You Have Diabetes and Are Sick or at Risk of
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Dehydration
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LMC Sick Day Survival (Type 1 Diabetes)
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LMC Sick Day Survival (Type 2 Diabetes)
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LMC DKA Handout
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LMC Guide to Hypoglycemia