Diabetes and the Eye

The pamphlet describes disorders related to diabetes and the eyes, their treatment, and how to control them. Diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema are explained. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Diabetes and Driving

PL-0428: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet explains why managing your diabetes with regular glucose checks is important as a young driver. Safe driving guidelines are outlined.

Gestational Diabetes

This pamphlet explains what gestational diabetes is, causes, how you will be tested to know if you have it, symptoms, how it will affect your baby, and treatment.

Diabetes Centres - Digby Diabetes Centre, Shelburne Diabetes Centre, Yarmouth Regional Hospital

If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes (type 1 or 2) or gestational (during pregnancy) diabetes, a diabetes centre can help you. This pamphlet answers common questions about the diabetes centres in some Western Zone locations.

Nutrition and Diabetes: The Basics

PL-1243: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet goes over what you need to know before you meet with a dietitian. The pamphlet includes tips and a sample menu.

Diabetes and Driving [Arabic]

Pl-0428-AR: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet explains why managing your diabetes with regular glucose checks is important as a young driver. Safe driving guidelines are outlined.

Diabetic Foot Ulcer

A foot ulcer is an open sore that happens below the ankle. This pamphlet explains who is at risk for a diabetic foot ulcer, and how to know if you have diabetic neuropathy (a type of nerve damage that can happen if you have diabetes) or a diabetic foot ulcer. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Managing Diabetes in School

PL-0191: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet explains how to manage your diabetes while at school.

My Diabetes Record

Record important health information related to your diabetes. Things you can do to best manage your diabetes are listed.

Preventing Diabetic Ketoacidosis

PL-01345: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet explains what diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is and has tips on how to prevent it. Symptoms of DKA are listed and recommendations on when to go to your nearest Emergency Department are given. How to calculate and give insulin to correct glucose is also included.