Diabetes
Diabetes – Glycemia measurement
Find a Uniprix location offering the glycemia measurement service
Left untreated or poorly managed, diabetes can lead to serious consequences and various complications, such as:
- Heart disease
- Kidney failure
- Vision problems
- Problems with blood circulation
- Cerebrovascular accidents (strokes)
However, by managing your blood glucose level, you can prevent diabetes complications or delay their onset.
Glycemia corresponds to glucose levels in the blood. Your fasting glycemia level should range between 4 µl/L and 6 µl/L. People with diabetes and their doctors use these measurements to determine the lifestyle and medication adjustments needed.
Blood sugar levels can be measured at home using a glycemia monitor available at all Uniprix locations. Ask your pharmacist to help you select the model that best meets your needs. However, to further assist you in managing your condition, many Uniprix-affiliated pharmacists can also help you measure your glycemia.
Your pharmacist will then analyze the results and share them with other health professionals if needed.
Ask your pharmacist for a diabetes health status log included in the health journal.
Find a Uniprix location offering the glycemia measurement service
Diabetes - Consultation for diabetes follow-up
Find a Uniprix location offering consultation services for diabetes follow-up
While diabetes cannot be cured, it can be prevented, its onset can be delayed and it can be managed by adopting a healthier lifestyle, carefully monitoring your glycemia and following your treatment plan. Consulting your pharmacist to monitor your diabetes is a good way to control your blood glucose level.
In addition, a balanced diet is highly recommended. Choose foods that are low in fat, added sugar and salt. You should also increase your intake of fibre-rich foods.
Many specialists agree that physical activity offers more benefits than several other types of treatments. Combined with a 5 to 10 percent weight loss, moderate physical activity for just 30 minutes per day, five days a week can reduce the risk of diabetes by 58 percent.
Often, healthy eating and an exercise regimen aren't enough to keep your glycemia within target. The doctor may therefore prescribe certain drugs to help you control your blood sugar. Each case is unique and may require different medications. That’s where Uniprix-affiliated pharmacists come in. In cooperation with other health professionals, they can help you better manage your diabetes and related issues. All you have to do is use our consultation services for diabetes monitoring.
Do you have questions on glycemia measurement, reading of results or the treatment of your diabetes? Talk to your pharmacist!
Ask your pharmacist for a diabetes health status log included in the health journal.
Find a Uniprix location offering consultation services for diabetes follow-up
