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Diabetes Wayfinder is a web-based navigation program to assist patients with diabetes to find nearby diabetes services and support. 

For Patients With Diabetes

  • Discover services near you
  • Learn about clinics, education programs,  treatment centers, pharmacies, and more!

For Healthcare Providers

  • Increase awareness of your diabetes services & programs

To learn more about how we can help or if you need assistance, please contact us at: team@diabeteswayfinder.ca

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Our Motivation

Diabetes mellitus is a common chronic disease impacting millions of people in Canada and around the world. Without education and timely care, the risks of complications increase significantly resulting in damage to many systems in your body, especially vascular disease including heart disease, strokes, and loss of life.

That is why we are launching Diabetes Wayfinder, to help you locate nearby diabetes related services in a timely way. Early guidance from community health groups, education centers, and medical attention will help you navigate your journey with diabetes. 

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Diabetes Information

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What is Diabetes?

Diabetes is a chronic medical condition that occurs due to an imbalance in your blood glucose (sugar) levels. Insulin helps in regulating your body’s blood glucose levels. When you have diabetes, your body doesn’t effectively use this insulin or doesn’t produce enough insulin, leading to an imbalance in glucose levels.

Diabetes in Canada

Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in Canada. About 3,000,000 people in Canada (8.9% of the population) live with either type 1, type 2, or prediabetes and this number continues to grow. In 2021, the Government of Canada announced that a total of $35 million will be invested in diabetes research, prevention, and surveillance to help combat the rising number. 

Types of Diabetes

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Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body doesn't produce insulin or when there is a progressive loss of insulin production because the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas are damaged by the immune system. 

Symptoms:

  • Unexpected Weight Loss
  • Frequent Urination
  • Frequently Feeling Thirsty
  • Frequently Feeling Hungry
  • Fatigue & Loss of Energy
  • Blurred Vision

 

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Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to control blood glucose levels. This results in high blood sugar levels, leading to type 2 diabetes. The majority of patients with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese. 

Symptoms:

Type 2 diabetes may be asymptomatic and silent, if not, these are some symptoms:

  • Frequent Urination
  • Frequently Feeling Thirsty
  • Skin Infections
  • Urinary Tract Infections
  • Fatigue
  • Unexpected Weight Loss

 

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Gestational Diabetes

Gestational diabetes occurs during pregnancy in women who don't have diabetes. Due to hormonal changes, the body's response to insulin is affected, leading to gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes is usually tested for between 24 and 28 weeks of pregnancy, although your doctor may recommend earlier testing depending on risk factors.

Symptoms:

Gestational diabetes does not usually show any symptoms. However, some women can develop the following symptoms:

    • Frequently Feeling Thirsty
    • Blurred vision
    • Frequent Urination
    • Urinary Tract Infection

 

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Prediabetes

Prediabetes is when blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. Those experiencing prediabetes are at a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. 

Symptoms:

Prediabetes may not show any symptoms. If the prediabetes were to progress to type 2 diabetes, then there may be more noticeable symptoms. However, some people with prediabetes may experience:

  • Frequent Urination
  • Frequently Feeling Thirsty
  • Frequently Feeling Hungry
  • Feeling Weak & Tired
  • Blurred Vision

 

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