World Diabetes Day

November 14 marks World Diabetes Day, the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting (November 14, 1891), a Canadian medical scientist, co-discoverer of insulin and co-founder of what is today known as the Canadian Diabetes Association.

Diabetes has reached epidemic proportions around the world and here in Canada. Today, more than nine million Canadians live with diabetes or prediabetes – a condition that, if left unchecked, puts them at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Globally, more than 366 million people are affected by diabetes.

For more information, please see the Canadian Diabetes Website.

The Leduc Beaumont Devon Primary Care Network has a team of healthcare professionals that help people living with various chronic conditions such as diabetes, pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity. A smoking cessation program is also offered. Our team, which includes a Registered Nurse, Pharmacist, Dietitian and an Exercise Specialist, work with patients to help them learn strategies to improve their ability to manage their health. To access this program, please see your LBD PCN family physician.