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Offers resources on diabetes including the signs and symptoms, prevention, care and control, risk factors and the related health issues and concerns for Aboriginal Peoples of Canada (First Nations, Métis, Inuit, status Indian, and non-status Indian).
The Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative (ADI) program is one of four main components of the Canadian Diabetes Strategy (CDS) announced by the Government of Canada in 1999.
Source: Health Canada
Describes three types of diabetes and lists symptoms. Offers tips on living with diabetes. Discusses traditional Aboriginal healing practices, including foot care.
Source: Canadian Health Network
Describes the prevalence of diabetes and related complications among Aboriginal Peoples and the limited health services available to them. Explains why Aboriginal Peoples are at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Source: Health Canada
Profiles an Aboriginal elder suffering from type 2 diabetes and its related complications. Briefly discusses the high prevalence of diabetes within the Aboriginal community and its probable causes.
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada
Describes in Inuktitut the benefits of active living as a means of controlling diabetes and suggests activities to include in daily life.
Source: Health Canada
Addresses diabetes among Aboriginal peoples by creating networks and opportunities for individuals and communities within their culture, traditions, and values. Promotes Aboriginal community-based diabetes initiatives. Develops and facilitates initiatives in the areas of prevention, education, research, care, and support.
Source: National Aboriginal Diabetes Association (NADA)
Summarizes the historical and socio-economical theories for the high prevalence of diabetes in Aboriginal communities, especially with Aboriginal women.
Source: Canadian Women's Health Network (CWHN)
Discusses the prevalence of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus in Canada's Aboriginal population. Lists recommendations to address the need for diabetes education programs designed specifically for Aboriginal people.
Source: Canadian Paediatric Society
Referring again to Arnold, this presentation reviews myths and facts about diabetes, the importance of learning about diabetes, tips for managing diabetes and living a healthy active lifestyle, talking with your health care professional, becoming more active and making healthier food choices, medications, taking care of your feet and teeth, going to the hospital, blood sugar testing and managing high and low blood sugar levels.
Source: Canadian Diabetes Association
Using the story of an Aboriginal man named Arnold, this presentation reviews who has diabetes, a brief history of diabetes among Aboriginal people, what diabetes is - types, signs, symptoms and risk factors, an overview of the complications of diabetes, and suggestions for action.
Source: Canadian Diabetes Association
With reference to a young woman named Joanne, this presentation features a brief overview of what diabetes is, and highlights how type 2 diabetes can be prevented, focusing in risk factors that can be changed - increasing physical activity, making healthy food choices, and tips on getting started.
Source: Canadian Diabetes Association
Aboriginal Healing and Wellness Strategy (AHWS) electronic newsletter. Issue highlights various aspects of Aboriginal health including diabetes, men's healing, and healthy eating and nutrition.
Source: Aboriginal Healing and Wellness Strategy
Describes stressful situations that can cause problems for people living with diabetes. Lists the symptoms of stress and provides techniques for stress reduction.
Source: Southern Ontario Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative
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Source: Canada Health Portal
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