Diabetes monitoring (Blood Glucose Monitoring)

Diabetes is one of Australia’s fastest-growing health challenges, with an estimated 1.5 million Australians living with the condition. Diabetes Australia states that diabetes has reached a crisis point with a 32% increase in cases versus 10 years ago. There are two types of diabetes, Type 1 and Type 2 and if not properly managed, both can lead to serious complications, including heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, and vision loss.  Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where insulin cannot be produced by the body, typically occurring during childhood. In Type 2 diabetes the body becomes resistant to insulin or loses the capacity to make enough insulin. Type 2 is far more common, representing about 90% of cases and is typically diagnosed in adults, especially over 45 years.

At WholeLife Pharmacy & Healthfoods, we are committed to helping you support your diabetes with expert advice, essential health checks, and access to important diabetes products. Our pharmacists can:

• Provide one-on-one consultations to discuss your diabetes management
• Offer advice on treatment options and lifestyle strategies, including healthy eating, exercise, and glucose monitoring
• Conduct key health checks such as blood pressure and blood sugar,

WholeLife Pharmacies may also be an NDSS Access Point, meaning eligible customers can access subsidised diabetes products through the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS). This includes blood glucose test strips, insulin pump consumables, and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) products.

Visit your local WholeLife Pharmacy today to learn more about managing diabetes and accessing NDSS support.

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