The Lions Club of Estcourt is offering free diabetes testing on Saturday, November 15, at Arrie Nel Pharmacy, Hillside Shopping Centre, from 9:00 to 11:00.

What is diabetes?

Diabetes is a health condition that affects the body’s ability to control blood sugar levels.

There are two main types:

Type 1: Occurs when the pancreas stops producing insulin. It often begins in children or young adults and requires daily insulin injections for management.

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Type 2: Happens when the body doesn’t use insulin effectively or doesn’t produce enough. Around 85-90% of diabetes cases are Type 2, and many people remain undiagnosed.

Common symptoms

Common symptoms include excessive thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, blurred vision, weight changes and slow-healing wounds.

Don’t miss this opportunity

The public is encouraged to take advantage of this free testing. Early detection can help save your life!

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