National Diabetes Week
Starts 13 July 2008
Through National Diabetes Week, Diabetes Australia aims to promote awareness of diabetes and the role of Diabetes Australia throughout the Australian community.
National Diabetes Week begins 13 July and finishes on the 19 July. Diabetes Australia will be engaging in a number of promotional activities as part of National Diabetes Week. To find out what is happening in your state or territory visit their respective website or call 1300 136 588.
| Diabetes Australia – ACT | Diabetes Australia – NSW | Diabetes Australia – QLD |
| Diabetes Australia – NT | Diabetes Australia – WA | Diabetes Australia – SA |
| Diabetes Australia – VIC | Diabetes Australia – TAS |
Diabetes is a serious health condition. There is no cure. If left untreated it can cause heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, blindness, amputation, and erectile dysfunction. If diagnosed early, diabetes can be effectively managed and the risk of serious health problems greatly reduced.
Type 2 diabetes, the most common form of diabetes, can be successfully managed or even prevented by maintaining a healthy weight, engaging in regular physical activity and having healthy eating patterns.
Watch this space for more Diabetes Week information in 2008
