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Program:
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Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative
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Address:
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c/o c/o Health Services
PO Box 78 c/o Health Services
Poplar Hill, ON
P0V 3E0
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Street Address:
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Health Clinic 87 Central Road
Poplar Hill First Nation
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Location:
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- Health Clinic is located in the community of Poplar Hll First Nation
- Co-shares space in one half of the Nursing Station
- Situated near the Band Office and Police Station
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Service Description:
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Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Poplar Hill First Nation- Tribal Council: Keewaytinook Okimakanak/Northern Chiefs
- Political Territorial
Organization: Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN)Treaty #5
Provides education and services for the prevention, management and treatment of diabetes- Provides case management and screening services
- Works to increase early detection and to reduce the number of avoidable complications that can arise from uncontrolled diabetes
- Advises on developing and implementing an approach to care and management of diabetes
- Promotes increased physical activity and knowledge of healthy eating
- Provides workshops, presentations and hands-on training for cultural activities and traditions
- Assists individuals in finding appropriate services
- Provides referrals to other health care professionals
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Application:
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Program registration required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Members of Poplar Hill First Nation living with diabetes or at-risk
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Area Served:
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Poplar Hill First Nation
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