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Program:
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Biigtigong Nishnaabeg - Biigtigong Mno-zhi-yaagamig Health Centre - Diabetes Program
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Phone Numbers:
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807-229-1836
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Fax:
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807-229-3367
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Address:
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c/o c/o Biigtigong Mno-zhi-yaagamig
PO Box 215 c/o Biigtigong Mno-zhi-yaagamig
Heron Bay, ON
P0T 1R0
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Street
Address:
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11 Lynx Rd
Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
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Location:
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- Biigtigong Mno-zhi-yaagamig Health Centre is located at Lynx Rd in the community of Heron Bay on Biigtinging Nishnaabeg reserve land
- Situated across from the Children and Family Learning Centre (Day Care)
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Tammi Shaw - Diabetes Coordinator
807-229-1836 Ext 607 * tammi.shaw@picriver.com
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Service Description:
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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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Fees:
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None
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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 Biigtigong Nishnaabeg living with/at-risk of developing diabetes
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Thunder Bay
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Last Updated:
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10/11/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=147664
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