LMC Healthcare Revolutionizes Chronic Disease Management with Successful Go-Live of myLMC™ Platform for Type 2 Diabetes Patients in Canada
[Toronto, Ontario, April 4, 2024] — LMC Healthcare is proud to announce the successful launch of myLMC™, an innovative digital health platform developed in partnership with My Viva Inc®. This milestone marks a significant advancement in the management of chronic...
Introducing Our New T1D One-on-one Health Coaching Program
Hey! I’m Gabrielle – LMC's first ever T1D (Type 1 diabetes) health coach! I am curious... do you feel that there is just so much to think about when you are living with T1D, or that nobody gets what living with T1D really means? Or maybe you are feeling defeated in...
Update: Ontario ADP Dexcom & Medtronic CGM Coverage
Have you heard? Dexcom and Medtronic CGMs are now covered on the Assistive Devices Program (ADP) in Ontario! Here are some questions we’ve been fielding with this new program: How do I know if I qualify for Dexcom/Medtronic CGM coverage under ADP? Eligible individuals...
Getting Back on Track This Spring
Many people struggle with keeping active over the winter months because of the ice, snow and cold temperatures. With spring and warmer weather approaching, you may be increasing your physical activity and we want to make sure you do so safely and successfully! Read on...
Favourite Free Services from our LMC Certified Diabetes Educator Pharmacists
More than prescriptions! March is Pharmacist Appreciation Month! Pharmacists can provide you with more than prescriptions. LMC Certified Diabetes Educator Pharmacist services are covered by OHIP, so there is no charge or requirement to change pharmacies! Here are some...
March is Nutrition Month
This Nutrition Month, we are breaking down the top five most common myths we hear about diet. Myth #1 - Low carbohydrate diets are essential for weight loss and blood sugar control. Facts: Although it’s possible to lose weight and control blood glucose levels with a...
Compression Stockings to Reduce Edema
With March being kidney health month, we wanted to educate you more on a common kidney health issue - edema. Edema is the swelling that is caused by water retention in your body’s tissues. This complication can occur when the kidneys are unable to properly process...
COVID-19 & Catching Up on Your Care
For many people, COVID-19 has meant not getting the usual labs, assessments and care. This can lead to delays in updating your treatment or possibly even undiagnosed issues. Everyone wants to be on the most appropriate treatment options available. Understandably,...
LMC’s virtual diabetes prevention study prepares to enrol its last participants
In 2019, LMC Healthcare with funding by the Public Health Agency of Canada, began enrolling Canadian’s in a first in Canada research study. Named the Canadian Diabetes Prevention Program (CDPP), the study is supported by multiple partner organization including...
February is Heart Month! 6 Steps to a Healthy Heart
1) Know your numbers For those living with Diabetes: Targets for those living with Diabetes LDL Cholesterol Less than 2 mmol/L HDL Cholesterol Men over 1 mmol/L; Women over 1.3 mmol/L Triglycerides Less than 1.7 mmol/L Total Cholesterol Less than 4 mmol/L Blood...
Tips to Get Your Healthy Lifestyle Started in the New Year!
Happy 2022! Many of us will be setting resolutions this month to bring in the new year but we often see that individuals don’t end up sticking with the changes that they make. Here are our top 5 tips to get you started so that success is in your future this year. 1)...
Taking Steps Towards a Healthy, New You!
Taking the steps to become a healthier version of yourself, could not have come at a better time! Our world has turned upside down in the last few years. The pandemic has changed so much in our lives and we want to ensure you are able to stay safe and healthy this...