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DEFA (Diabetes Education For All)

@diabetesdefa

DEFA provides universal education tools, resources and best practices to healthcare providers to diagnose, treat and manage diabetes in low-income regions.

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🏃‍♀️🏅 Feeling Inspired by the Boston Marathon? So Are We! 🏃‍♀️🏅 The Boston Marathon reminds us of the power of staying active—no matter where you are in your journey with diabetes! Regular movement, even a daily walk, helps manage blood glucose, boost energy, and support heart

🏃‍♀️🏅 Feeling Inspired by the Boston Marathon? So Are We! 🏃‍♀️🏅
The Boston Marathon reminds us of the power of staying active—no matter where you are in your journey with diabetes!
Regular movement, even a daily walk, helps manage blood glucose, boost energy, and support heart
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🩸 What Causes High Blood Glucose (Sugar) - Hyperglycemia? 🩸 Let’s break it down! Several organs play a role when blood sugar rises: 🍽 Gut – Decreased gut hormones (GLP-1 & GIP) = less glucose breakdown 🧠 Brain – You feel less full after meals 💪 Fat & Muscle Cells – Don’t

🩸 What Causes High Blood Glucose (Sugar) - Hyperglycemia? 🩸
Let’s break it down! Several organs play a role when blood sugar rises:
🍽 Gut – Decreased gut hormones (GLP-1 & GIP) = less glucose breakdown
🧠 Brain – You feel less full after meals
💪 Fat & Muscle Cells – Don’t
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From Pre-Diabetes ➡️ to Type 2 Diabetes Don’t wait for a diagnosis — take action early! 🩺 What Happens Over Time? •Less insulin is secreted •Less gut hormone (GLP-1) is produced •Insulin becomes less effective (insulin resistance) 📈 Blood Glucose (Sugar) Rises: •Fasting

From Pre-Diabetes ➡️ to Type 2 Diabetes
Don’t wait for a diagnosis — take action early!

🩺 What Happens Over Time?
•Less insulin is secreted
•Less gut hormone (GLP-1) is produced
•Insulin becomes less effective (insulin resistance)

📈 Blood Glucose (Sugar) Rises:
•Fasting
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Are You at Risk for Type 2 Diabetes? Here’s what to watch for! ⚡ Family History If diabetes runs in your family, your risk is higher. ⚖️ Excess Weight Carrying extra weight increases the burden on your body’s insulin system. 🏃‍♂️ Not Physically Active Lack of exercise can speed

Are You at Risk for Type 2 Diabetes?
Here’s what to watch for!

⚡ Family History
If diabetes runs in your family, your risk is higher.
⚖️ Excess Weight
Carrying extra weight increases the burden on your body’s insulin system.
🏃‍♂️ Not Physically Active
Lack of exercise can speed
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Let’s not forget: Diabetes affects the mind as well as the body. 🧠 + ❤️ Living with diabetes can sometimes bring: •Stress 😣 •Burnout 🔥 •Anxiety or depression 🌧️ You’re not alone! Taking care of your mental health is just as important as

May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Let’s not forget: Diabetes affects the mind as well as the body.
🧠 + ❤️ Living with diabetes can sometimes bring:
•Stress 😣
•Burnout 🔥
•Anxiety or depression 🌧️
You’re not alone!
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as
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🎢 Riding the Emotional Roller Coaster 💙 Living with diabetes isn’t just about blood glucose (sugar)— it’s about navigating the ups and downs of emotions too. 😩 Stress 🥺 Burnout 😠 Frustration 😔 Guilt 💡 You're not alone. These feelings are valid, and support is key. 🧘‍♀️

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❓ How Stress Shapes Your Diabetes Journey.... Feeling overwhelmed? 😣 Stress doesn’t just affect your mood — it can spike your blood glucose (sugar) too! 📈 But don’t worry — you have the power to guide your journey. 💪🧭 Try these stress-busting tips: ✨ Practice deep

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🌙🕋 Diabetes Care Tips During Hajj 🩺🍎 Stay safe and healthy while performing Hajj with these key tips: 💧 Stay Hydrated – Drink water regularly to prevent dehydration. 🍽️ Plan Your Meals – Eat balanced meals. 🩸 Monitor Blood Glucose (Sugar) – Check levels frequently. 🎒 Carry

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🌙Eid Al-Adha Tips for People with Diabetes 🍽️Enjoy a joyful and healthy Eid with these simple tips: 🍖 Watch Meat Portions – Choose lean cuts and avoid overindulging. 🥗 Add Vegetables – Fill half your plate with veggies to balance your meal. 🩸 Monitor Blood Glucose (Sugar) –

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🌞 Summer Diabetes Care Tips 🩺 Stay healthy and safe in the heat! Here are a few tips to manage your diabetes during the summer: 💧 Stay Hydrated Drink lots of water to prevent dehydration. Heat can increase the risk of dehydration, which can affect blood glucose (sugar) levels.

🌞 Summer Diabetes Care Tips 🩺
Stay healthy and safe in the heat! Here are a few tips to manage your diabetes during the summer:
💧 Stay Hydrated
Drink lots of water to prevent dehydration. Heat can increase the risk of dehydration, which can affect blood glucose (sugar) levels.
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✈️🌍 Planning a trip? Stay safe and prepared with these key tips 🩺🧳 1️⃣ Visit your healthcare provider before you travel 2️⃣ Locate nearby pharmacies and clinics 3️⃣ Wear a medical ID bracelet 4️⃣ Get travel insurance for emergencies 5️⃣ Pre-order your in-flight meal or pack your

✈️🌍 Planning a trip? Stay safe and prepared with these key tips 🩺🧳
1️⃣ Visit your healthcare provider before you travel
2️⃣ Locate nearby pharmacies and clinics
3️⃣ Wear a medical ID bracelet
4️⃣ Get travel insurance for emergencies
5️⃣ Pre-order your in-flight meal or pack your
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Juneteenth—a day of freedom, reflection, and community—remember that good health is part of our liberation too. ✨ Here are a few tips to help you enjoy the day while keeping your diabetes in check: 🍽️ Plan your plate – Enjoy the flavors of traditional dishes with balanced

Juneteenth—a day of freedom, reflection, and community—remember that good health is part of our liberation too.

✨ Here are a few tips to help you enjoy the day while keeping your diabetes in check:
🍽️ Plan your plate – Enjoy the flavors of traditional dishes with balanced
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🌞 Summer Tips for People with Diabetes 🌞 Stay safe and cool with these quick tips! 🥤 Hydrate Well – Drink lots of water to avoid dehydration. 🧢 Dress Smart – Wear light-colored, breathable clothes and a hat in the sun. 💉 Store Medicines Right – Keep insulin and supplies out

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🧳✈️ Travel Packing List🧳✈️ Stay prepared, stay safe—wherever you go! 🩺Medications – Pack insulin, oral meds, and extras in your carry-on 🧪Testing Supplies – Glucose meter, strips, lancets, and batteries 🍬Snacks – Glucose tabs or snacks for low blood glucose (sugar)

🧳✈️ Travel Packing List🧳✈️
Stay prepared, stay safe—wherever you go!
🩺Medications – Pack insulin, oral meds, and extras in your carry-on
🧪Testing Supplies – Glucose meter, strips, lancets, and batteries
🍬Snacks – Glucose tabs or snacks for low blood glucose (sugar)
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🌟 Hello July! 🌟 A new month means new chances to take charge of your health and shine even brighter! ✨ Whether you're starting fresh or continuing strong, remember: 💪 Every step you take matters. 🥗 Every healthy choice counts. 💉 Every number tells a story of your strength.

🌟 Hello July! 🌟
A new month means new chances to take charge of your health and shine even brighter! ✨
Whether you're starting fresh or continuing strong, remember:
💪 Every step you take matters.
🥗 Every healthy choice counts.
💉 Every number tells a story of your strength.
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🏖️ Heading to the beach? Time to trade shoes for sand and worries for waves! 🌞🌊 🌞 Protect your insulin – Keep it cool in a shaded, insulated bag. 🥤 Stay hydrated – Drink water often to prevent dehydration. 🧴 Apply sunscreen – Protect your skin, especially if you have nerve

🏖️ Heading to the beach?
Time to trade shoes for sand and worries for waves! 🌞🌊
🌞 Protect your insulin – Keep it cool in a shaded, insulated bag.
🥤 Stay hydrated – Drink water often to prevent dehydration.
🧴 Apply sunscreen – Protect your skin, especially if you have nerve
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🎆Having diabetes doesn’t mean you can't celebrate the 4th of July! 🎆 ✅ With proper planning and awareness, you can enjoy the festivities while managing your diabetes effectively. 🥗 Choose balanced meals 💧 Stay hydrated 🧪 Monitor your blood glucose (sugar) 🚶‍♂️ Keep moving 🕶️