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Pikangikum First Nation - Nursing Station - Diabetes Program

Diabetes Program

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Pikangikum Nursing Station
Main St
Pikangikum First Nation
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807-773-5550
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Fax: 807-773-5932
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Mon-Thu 9 am-5 pm, Fri 9 am-4 pm
Last updated: Jun 16, 2023: Suggest an edit

Application

  • Appointments highly recommended

  • Appointments required for basic foot care sessions

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Members of Pikangikum First Nation living with diabetes or at-risk

Fees

None

Contacts

Diabetes Worker
807-773-5354
Billy Joe Strang - Health Director
Cell 807-728-3321 * billyjoestrang@hotmail.com

Languages

English ; Ojibwe

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Provides education and services for the prevention, management and treatment of diabetes
  • Provides case management and screening services
  • Offers basic foot care
  • Offers walking programs and exercise programs tailored to meet the needs of the individual
  • Works to reduce the number of avoidable complications that can arise from uncontrolled diabetes
  • Advises on developing and implementing an approach to care and management of diabetes
  • Assists individuals in finding appropriate services
  • Provides referrals to other health care professionals
Last updated: Jun 16, 2023: Suggest an edit
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