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Useful tips and guides for seniors on Diabetes.

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How to Manage your Diabetes: Practical advice for elderly patients

Australian statistics show that one in six seniors above 65 has diabetes. That makes 574,000 seniors living with diabetes. If you are 85 years or above, then you belong to the high-risk group. How can you control your diabetes?

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Top - 5 must have products on Diabetes
  • Ketone Test Strips - Lifesmart
    Ketone test strips are a good tool to measure the levels of ketone bodies in your blood. For type1 diabetes patients, it is imperative to determine if they are at risk for diabetic ketoacidosis as this is a potentially life-threatening condition.

  • Diabetes Travel Case - Glucology
    The Diabetes Travel Case from Glucology organises all your diabetes supplies in style and has enough storage for all your medical essentials.

  • Blood Glucose Test Strips - Lifesmart
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    Pack of 100 Blood Glucose Test Strips
    For use with the LifeSmart™ Smart Blood Glucose Monitor plus β-Ketone Monitoring System, which actively connects to your smartphone (Android or Apple) allowing you to transfer, view and analyse your meaningful data in real time. Using the free app gives you the flexibility to share your data with your doctor, dietitian or family members.

  • Pill Puncher - Aidapt
    The Pill Puncher from Aidapt is a simple and convenient device that takes out pills and tablets from blister packaging, enabling to organise pills for everyday use. It can cope with various shaped pills and tablets.

  • Large Weekly Pill Dispenser - Aidapt
    The Large Weekly Pill Dispenser from Aidapt is a medication organiser that provides a simple reminder to take your medication daily. It has one clearly-labeled compartment per day, also featuring in braille, for each day of the week.

How to Manage Diabetes in People over the Age of 65?

Diabetes impacts many Australians throughout their life. It is important to understand that managing diabetes is an ongoing effort. It requires not only diligence but also proper fitness and nutrition.

Aging involves physical and mental changes that affect memory, sight, hearing, balance, and mobility. These changes can make it difficult for people over the age of 65 to continue to take care of themselves and stay independent. It is important to do things you enjoy as it allows you to continue to feel good and have a sense of control as you age.