Are you Newly Diagnosed?

Many people feel a variety of feelings when they find out they have diabetes. It is normal to feel worried, anxious or scared. It’s important to remember that you are not alone. Here are a few tips to start you on the road to managing diabetes.

Tips for Coping part 1

Tips for Coping part 2

Diabetes group education classes

These group education classes are available for patients who:

  • have newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes
  • have type 2 diabetes and are starting on insulin
  • are on insulin.

Talk to your general practice team for further information about the classes and to ask for a referral.

More about the classes click here

OPEN
CALENDER OF EVENTS
Jan
29
Fri
Friday support group @ Diabetes Christchurch
Jan 29 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

A popular movie ( title to be advised)

Feb
12
Fri
Armchair Exercise Group @ Diabetes Christchurch
Feb 12 @ 10:15 am – 11:30 am

 

This class has been developed to help introduce regular and enjoyable exercise to people with diabetes.

Class is taken by Janet Straight

Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat shoes

 

 

Feb
16
Tue
Podiatry with Louise @ Diabetes Christchurch
Feb 16 @ 9:30 am – 2:45 pm

Toenail clipping service by podiatrist Louise Nixon.

$38 for a member – slightly more for a first appointment as it takes longer.

Please phone for an appointment

Feb
19
Fri
Armchair Exercise Group @ Diabetes Christchurch
Feb 19 @ 10:15 am – 11:30 am

 

This class has been developed to help introduce regular and enjoyable exercise to people with diabetes.

Class is taken by Janet Straight

Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat shoes

 

 

Feb
23
Tue
Podiatry with Louise @ Diabetes Christchurch
Feb 23 @ 9:30 am – 2:45 pm

Toenail clipping service by podiatrist Louise Nixon.

$38 for a member – slightly more for a first appointment as it takes longer.

Please phone for an appointment

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