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Across the country, the Canadian Diabetes Association is leading the fight against diabetes by helping people with diabetes live healthy lives while we work to find a cure. We are supported in our efforts by a community-based network of volunteers, employees, healthcare professionals, researchers and partners. By providing education and services, advocating on behalf of people with diabetes, supporting research and translating research into practical applications - we are delivering on our mission.
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ABOUT DIABETES
Diabetes has reached EPIDEMIC proportions:
* More than 3 million Canadians are living with diabetes
* More than 1 million Ontarians are living with diabetes
* An estimated 14,000 Sudbury residents are living with diabetes
* More than 20 people are diagnosed with diabetes every hour of every day
Diabetes is Serious
* If left untreated or improperly managed, diabetes can result in a variety of complications
* Diabetes is a leading cause of adult blindness and kidney failure
* The risk of stroke doubles after a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes
* Diabetes is the leading cause of limb amputations
* Diabetes shortens lives
Diabetes Management
* People with diabetes can live active, independent and vital lives if they make a commit to proper management
* Studies have shown that through lifestyle changes, including moderate weight loss and regular exercise, the onset of type 2 diabetes can be delayed or even prevented by more than 50 %
* Diabetes management includes:
- education
- physical activity
- nutrition
- weight management
- medication
- blood pressure management
Click here to learn more about living a life without diabetes.
* More than 3 million Canadians are living with diabetes
* More than 1 million Ontarians are living with diabetes
* An estimated 14,000 Sudbury residents are living with diabetes
* More than 20 people are diagnosed with diabetes every hour of every day
Diabetes is Serious
* If left untreated or improperly managed, diabetes can result in a variety of complications
* Diabetes is a leading cause of adult blindness and kidney failure
* The risk of stroke doubles after a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes
* Diabetes is the leading cause of limb amputations
* Diabetes shortens lives
Diabetes Management
* People with diabetes can live active, independent and vital lives if they make a commit to proper management
* Studies have shown that through lifestyle changes, including moderate weight loss and regular exercise, the onset of type 2 diabetes can be delayed or even prevented by more than 50 %
* Diabetes management includes:
- education
- physical activity
- nutrition
- weight management
- medication
- blood pressure management
Click here to learn more about living a life without diabetes.
VOLUNTEER FOR THE CANADIAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
We need your help to expand our reach and make an even bigger difference in the lives of the millions of Canadians who are living with diabetes. To get involved, simply complete our online application form and an Association representative will be in touch with you shortly.
To find out more about volunteering with the Canadian Diabetes Association, contact your local office.
To find the office closest to you, call 1-800-BANTING (226-8464) for any further information.
To find out more about volunteering with the Canadian Diabetes Association, contact your local office.
To find the office closest to you, call 1-800-BANTING (226-8464) for any further information.
