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Diabetes Information

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Insulin Adjustments

WebBasal Only - Insulin Adjustment Notes (there is no one "right" way): 1 unit per day till in target. However, degludec should be titrated by 2 units every 3-4 days or 4 units once a week. (Diabetes Canada). 2 units or 10% every 1-2 days is common advice. As doses increase, focus on the percent adjustment.

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General Nutrition Guidelines

WebA general guideline for the number of carbohydrate choices to eat per meal is 2-4 for most women and 4-6 for most men. For snacks: 0-1 for women and 0-2 carb choices for men. Examples of foods and portions that count as 15 g available carb include: 125 mL (1/2 c) of potato, corn, pasta or cold cereal.

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Insulin Sensitivity Factor (ISF)

WebCreating an Insulin Sensitivity Factor. Note: TDD = Total Daily Dose of insulin. 100/TDD = ISF if using rapid insulin (the number of mmol that 1 unit drops glucose in 3-4 hours approx). 83/TDD= ISF is using regular/Toronto insulin (the number of mmol/L that 1 unit drops glucose in 3-5 hours approx). EXAMPLE ONE: Teddy, TDD 33, takes rapid insulin

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Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)

WebThe A1c (HbA1c, glycosylated or glycated hemoglobin) is a non-fasting blood test that reflects glycemic control over the previous 2-3 months, with the last month's control having a greater impact (50% of the value comes from the most recent 30 days). It is used to determine long-term glucose control in diabetes or to diagnose diabetes and

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Diabetes Services Calgary

WebMorley: See Stoney Health Diabetes Clinic or contact Stoney Health Services 403-881-3920; Siksika Siksika Health Services Phone: 403-734-5600; CONFIDENTIAL FAX: 403-734-3900. Telehealth Diabetes Team: AHS CDM RN and RD (Dave Smith RD, CDE ). Educators can call Siksika MOA Jamie Yellow Fly at 403-734-5649 to setup a referral.

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Diabetes Topics Catalogue

WebAccess Mental Health: 403-943-1500 helps direct people to the most appropriate mental health services in the Calgary zone. Alberta 211 (call or text 211) or https://ab.211.ca/. This is Alberta’s online directory to help you navigate to resources for mental health, finances, addiction, crisis, disability, employment, food, housing, indigenous

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Carbohydrate Management

WebCarbohydrate Management. Carbohydrate is one of the 3 main macronutrients in food, and is the one that has the greatest effect on glycemic control. Controlling the amount of carbohydrate can help to control blood glucose. There are different strategies that might be used to assist in controlling carbohydrate, from simple to complex.

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Foot care: A step toward good health

Webto End Diabetes - its health impacts as well as the blame, shame and misinformation associated with it. Diabetes Canada partners with Canadians to End Diabetes through education and support services, resources for health-care professionals, advocacy to governments, schools and workplaces, and, funding research to improve treatments and …

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health information A C Testing (Adult)

Webhealth information. A. 1. C Testing (Adult) • A. 1. C is a blood test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2–3 months. It gives you a picture of your overall diabetes control. It is also a predictor of long-term complications. • A. 1. C testing should be done every 3–6 months. If you are on insulin or your blood sugars

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Desktop Guidelines for Insulin Adjustment

Web©Endocrinology & Metabolism, Calgary Zone Alberta Health Services403955- -8118, Diabetes Modules Nov 16b, 2015 . 100 . 3. High everywhere? For example, the vast majority of readings at each time of the day are high. Try one: a. Consider increasing basal dose, especially if basal is less than 40%-60% TDD (the usual). b.

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Diabetes: Foot care: Diabetic foot care for the high risk foot

WebLast diabetes eye health exam Date: To see this information online and learn more, visit MyHealth.Alberta.ca and type in diabetic foot care into the search bar. For 24/7 nurse advice and general health information call Health Link at 811. References Foot care checklist used with permission from Diabetes Canada 2018 Clinical Practice Guidelines.

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Complete Diabetes Medications Table

WebHealth Canada Indications: Alogliptin Nesina® (NB) $66: 6.25 mg, 12.5 mg, 25 mg (max 25 mg/day) Once daily: Monotherapy or in combination with metformin, sulfonylurea, pioglitazone or insulin. Use of DPP-4 inhibitors with SGLT-2 inhibitors may not be outlined in the product monograph(s), but is an acceptable combination according to research

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The Basics Helpful Hints for Educators

WebBeyond the Basics is the Canadian Diabetes Association’s meal planning guide. This guide has several features. Firstly, food items reflect current thinking on heart health, glycemic index and carbohydrate counting. Where possible, portions are also more similar to those in Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide and to the Quebec and US meal

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Using the Diabetes Distress Scale

Webmental health disorder, or related to problems of living. 3. APPLY Use a digital or printed copy of the scale to show to your client. Ask if any of the items are a source of distress for him or her. This will help you understand his or her experience. “Using this scale (show scale), pick a number that best reflects how

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Diabetes Resources – Calgary Zone

Web1. Diabetes Centre Calgary, Endocrinology & Metabolism Program, Alberta Health Services 403‐955‐8146 2024‐02‐28. Diabetes Resources – Calgary Zone. Here at the Diabetes Centre Calgary, we want to help you self‐manage your diabetes. This handout lists resources to help. Please call Health Link at 811 to learn of more resources.

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GLP-1 Agonists (Incretin Mimetics)

WebGlucagon-like-peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists are formulated as either injectables or tablets that mimic the action of gut hormones called incretins. They assist in glycemic management via these mechanisms: Increasing insulin secretion from the pancreas in response to eating. Decreasing glucagon secretion from the pancreas after a meal and thus

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DPP-4 Inhibitors

WebDPP-4 Inhibitors. Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors block the enzyme which breaks down incretins (GLP-1 and GIP) in the body. This prolongs the effect of endogenous incretins, reducing blood sugar by increasing insulin and decreasing glucagon secretion.

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Diabetes Workshops for Healthcare Professionals

Web2024 Diabetes Workshops for Healthcare Professionals. If you are a PCN and need to have staff attend but get a "wait list" notice, please contact all 3 of us directly so we can resolve that for you [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]. via Zoom. Each session runs from 0800-1200 with 1200-1230 as Q & A. Mountain time.

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Insulin Start Formulas

WebEndocrinology & Metabolism Program, Calgary Zone, Alberta Health Services 2019 https://diabeteseducatorscalgary.ca 1 Insulin Start Formulas BASAL INSULIN START When basal insulin is added to non-insulin antihyperglycemic agents consider: 1. Diabetes Canada Guidelines: 10 units to start (individualized) or 2. BBIT Guidelines: 0.1 to 0.2 …

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FreeStyle Libre Compassionate Care Program Enrolment Form

WebThe FreeStyle Libre 2 ash glucose monitoring system is indicated for measuring interstitial diabetes mellitus. Always read and follow the label/insert. The FreeStyle Libre ash glucose monitoring system is indicated for measuring interstitial. uid glucose levels in people aged 4 years and older with. uid glucose levels in adults aged 18 years

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Health Care Professional (HCP) Quick Reference Guide for …

WebHealth Care Professional (HCP) Quick Reference Guide for FreeStyle LibreLink app Part of the FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System FreeStyle LibreLink app comes with two Quick Reference Guides: a Patient Quick Reference Guide, which is provided within the App and an HCP Quick Reference Guide, which is provided to you directly.

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