From our community blog: Hi there, I am new to this site. Last night I was at the casualty section of Wilgeheuwel Hospital in Joburg…
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From our community blog: Hi there, I am new to this site. Last night I was at the casualty section of Wilgeheuwel Hospital in Joburg…
3 CommentsMost adults aren’t getting the sleep their bodies and minds crave – and this includes those of us with diabetes. Before diagnosis, common symptoms of…
Leave a CommentAnette Thompson, one of our expert podiatrists, sent through these helpful tips for how to deal with a fungal infection in the foot. For the…
6 CommentsYoga is not only a fantastic form of strengthening exercise, it’s also great for calming the mind – something most of us with diabetes need…
1 CommentBridget McNulty finds out what reflexology is all about, and if there’s any chance it can help those with diabetes. Reflexology and diabetes Before I…
1 CommentBridget McNulty goes for a reiki session to see what it can do for diabetics. At first glance, reiki seems a little odd. How can…
Leave a CommentGabi Richter is a diabetic counsellor on our Panel of Experts. Today, she speaks to us about depression and diabetes. Managing everyday life challenges can…
4 CommentsFrom Facebook (Diabetic South Africans): Belinda wants to know if there are any parents of Type 1 diabetic kids out there… Want to share advice?…
1 CommentFrom Facebook (Diabetic South Africans): What advice would you give a newly diagnosed diabetic? Get as much info as you can. Prepare to make lifestyle…
Leave a CommentWe chat to Bongi Ngema-Zuma, First Lady and founder of the Bongi Ngema-Zuma Foundation. Why did you start the Bongi Ngema-Zuma Foundation? It has always…
Leave a CommentFrom our community blog: Hi! I wonder if anyone can advise me. I’m 27 (soon to be 28) and was diagnosed as a Type 2…
1 CommentFrom our community blog: Good morning, I am in urgent need of assistance to help me get my diabetes / blood sugar levels in control…
2 CommentsFrom our community blog: Hi, My son was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes about a year and a half ago. His HbA1c hasn’t been great…
2 CommentsFrom our community blog: I am a Type 1 diabetic since 1991. I have had two children and desperately want a third, but cannot face…
Leave a CommentFrom our community blog: Hi all, Petunia has a question for us about lowering high blood sugar: “I would like to know what can I…
Leave a CommentAdvice: living well with diabetes From Facebook (Diabetic South Africans): What does living well with diabetes look like for you? Tried changing my way of…
Leave a CommentFrom Facebook (Diabetic South Africans): How do you treat yourself when you feel like something sweet? Sugar-free sweets! Keith I only have a tiny…
1 CommentWhat’s the best diabetic advice you’ve ever been given? From Facebook (Diabetic South Africans): Lower your carbs. Paula Use insulin. Bonnie Exercise and drink lots…
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