The goal of the Anishnawbe Diabetes Awareness & Prevention Program is to increase awareness, providing families with information and support to control and prevent diabetes within the Aboriginal community.
At one time, diabetes was unknown in First Nation, Métis, and Inuit communities. Now, more and more Aboriginal people have diabetes. Current statistics show 50% of the Aboriginal population will be diagnosed with diabetes by the year 2005. Although, it is becoming increasingly common in First Nations people, diabetes can be prevented and/or managed by walking a balanced life, a healthy diet, an active lifestyle, and a positive attitude. Aboriginal children as young as 5 years old are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes; therefore, it is urgent that our children learn that diabetes can be prevented by adopting a healthy and active lifestyle.
Our Objectives Are:
To increase awareness of diabetes and its' effects on Aboriginal communities
To develop and implement education programs for diabetes awareness
To develop and provide resources in a culturally sensitive manner
To assist in developing healthy eating/physical activity groups for Aboriginal people
For More Information Please Contact:
Aboriginal Diabetes Site Coordinator
Email: adsc@onwa-tbay.ca
Community Diabetes Worker
Email: diabetes@onwa-tbay.ca
Toll Free: 1-800-667-0816
Local: (807) 623-3442