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Program:
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Diabetes Education Program
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Address:
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125 Hogan Rd
Nipigon, ON
P0T 2J0
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Location:
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- Family Health Team is located at Hogan Rd in the Nipigon District Memorial Hospital with a separate entrance at front of building
- Closest intersection is at Hogan Rd and 1st St
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm
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Service Description:
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Family Health Team includes: Family Physician, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurse, Social Worker, Registered Dietitian, Addiction Program Care Coordinator, Administration and other professionals- Family Health Teams allow physicians and other allied health providers to work as a team to focus on keeping patients healthy
- The vision calls for physicians, nurse practitioners and other members of the team to practice together in a positive working environment, sharing and benefiting from the complementary knowledge and skills of their colleagues
Supports for people living with pre-diabetes or diabetes- Assists individuals to cope with diabetes and prevent complications
- Offers education and self-management support to fit an individual's lifestyle
- Facilitates client support groups
- Provides access to a Registered Nurse and Registered Dietitian
- Coordinates foot care workshops
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Application:
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- Call to register
- No referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Individuals 18 years of age and older with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, or have a high risk of developing diabetes
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Area Served:
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Beardmore, Dorion, Nipigon, Red Rock, and Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek
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