The West Coast PHO runs programmes to help people make healthy lifestyle choices and take control of their chronic conditions, such as diabetes.  This four week course is run in Westport, Greymouth and Hokitika and you can enquire by asking at your medical centre or by telephoning Amy on (03) 768 6182.

This programme is 100% FREE

Living Well with Type 2 Diabetes. 

Who is it for:

• Adults who have been recently diagnosed and have had initial education at the diabetes clinic.
• People who would benefit from a refresher course in their diabetes self-care.
• People who are finding it difficult to manage their diabetes.

Want to find out more ?

To be referred to this programme, please contact your local GP, practice nurse, rural nurse or diabetes nurse specialist.

For more information, please contact Amy Hamilton on 03 768 6182 or email amy.hamilton@westcoastpho.org.nz  

What topics are covered?

• What is Type 2 diabetes?
• Healthy eating
• Diabetes medications and how to take them safely
• Home blood glucose monitoring and understanding lab results
• Self care during illness
• Local community services of interest
• Prevention and management of hypo and hyperglycaemia