November is Diabetes Awareness Month and the theme for 2024 to 2026 is Diabetes and Well-being.

Jen Freeman, Diabetes program coordinator for the Northern Health Region defines well-being here.

“The International Diabetes Federation defines wellbeing as a physical and mental state of being comfortable, healthy or happy. I think that that’s something that most people want in life.”

The International Diabetes Federation shares that 63 per cent of those with the condition  surveyed say the fear of developing diabetes-related complications affects their well-being.
One-third of people with diabetes find it hard to remain positive about their condition and another one-third say they experience diabetes-related distress.

The Northern Health Region has diabetes education support services in-person or virtually, along with retinal and foot screening.

If you wish to speak with a Diabetes educator, you can call 204-677-5333.