Diabetes Awareness

Overview

In this awareness course you’ll gain the essential knowledge you need to fully understand diabetes. Delve into the intricacies of diabetes, differentiating between Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes. Understand the gravity of this condition and its associated dangers. Grasp the causes, symptoms, risks, and consequences for all diabetes types, equipping yourself to respond to diabetic emergencies effectively. We'll also shed light on the unique challenges faced by caregivers. Finally, discover practical strategies to reduce the risk of certain types of diabetes, keeping yourself and those around you - happy and healthy.

Objectives

• Differentiate between types of diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, and gestational)
• Understand the seriousness and dangers of diabetes
• Comprehend the causes, symptoms, risks and consequences for all diabetes types
• Know how to respond to a diabetic emergency
• Acknowledge the unique challenges faced by carers
• Learn how to reduce the risk of certain types of diabetes

Audience

This course is for anyone supporting or working with a person with diabetes.