Mediclinic Newcastle is offering free blood glucose and pressure testing
On November 16, at the Newcastle Corner Mall from 9am to 3pm, Mediclinic Newcastle will be conducting free blood glucose and blood pressure tests for World Diabetes Day.
In support of World Diabetes Day (14 November), Mediclinic Newcastle is asking the public to #CheckWhatMatters and make getting screened a priority.
On November 16, at the Newcastle Corner Mall from 9am to 3pm, Mediclinic Newcastle will be conducting free blood glucose and blood pressure tests.
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What is diabetes?
Diabetes is a condition that inhibits your body’s ability to properly regulate its blood glucose levels. There are two different types of diabetes, type 1 and type 2. It is important to see your health care provider so that the right type of treatment plan can be started if necessary.
The symptoms of diabetes are often mistaken for other ailments and many people fail to seek suitable medical advice. The symptoms can affect anyone, regardless of age or gender and common symptoms include:
- Being very thirsty
- Frequent urination
- Rapid weight loss or gain
- Extreme unexplained fatigue
- Blurry vision
- Irritability
- Increased hunger
- Tingling or numbness in hands or feet
Anyone presenting with these symptoms should consult with their GP to accurately diagnose the cause. Remember the earlier your diabetes is diagnosed and treated, the better.
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