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Nibinamik First Nation - Nibinamik Health Centre - Diabetes Program

Diabetes Program

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Nibinamik Health Centre
Nibinamik First Nation
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807-593-2211
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Fax: 807-593-2253
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Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm
Last updated: Jul 30, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

Program registration required

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

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

Fees

None

Contacts

Victoria Yellowhead - Diabetes Coordinator and Community Health Representative
victoriayellowhead@yahoo.ca
Johnny Yellowhead - Health Director

Languages

English

Language Note

Interpretive Services

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
  • Works to increase early detection and 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
  • Promotes increased physical activity and knowledge of healthy eating
  • Provides workshops, presentations and hands-on training for cultural activities and traditions
  • Assists individuals in finding appropriate services
  • Provides referrals to other health care professionals
Coordinates activities including but not limited to:
  • Fitness programs with monthly weigh-in
  • Foot care clinics
  • Health displays in community
  • Healthy snacks workshops in school
  • Nutrition bingos and programs
  • Walks

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Last updated: Jul 30, 2024: Suggest an edit
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