Learn About Diabetes

Diabetes Island Health

Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects a growing number of North Americans. It is a health condition in which the body doesn’t make enough insulin, or cannot properly use the insulin it makes.

This results in a higher than normal blood sugar. Diabetes can be managed with healthy eating, physical activity, medication and stress management.

How can we help?

Our Diabetes Education Centres provide information and support to people living with diabetes and their families. 

Where can I get more information about diabetes?

Learn more about Diabetes from the Diabetes Canada website.

Topics include:

Locations

Nanaimo Paediatric Diabetes Education Centre

Nanaimo Paediatric Diabetes Education Centre

Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
Pediatric Ambulatory Health Clinic
2nd floor (beside Pediatric Unit)
1200 Dufferin Cres
Nanaimo, B.C.
V9S 2B7

250-739-5853

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Parksville Diabetes Education Centre

Oceanside Health Centre
489 Alberni Hwy
Parksville, B.C.
V9P 1J9

250-951-9550

Port Alberni Diabetes Education Centre

Port Alberni Diabetes Education Centre

West Coast General Hospital
3949 Port Alberni Hwy
Port Alberni, B.C.
V9Y 4S1

250-724-8824

Services

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