Wesbite Name: Diabetes Action Month

Diabetes Action Month 2023: Eyes on Diabetes

Diabetes Action Month is Diabetes New Zealand’s biggest awareness campaign, bringing New Zealanders together to take action for our country’s largest and fastest growing condition.

Get involved in Diabetes Action Month

There are so many ways to support New Zealanders living with diabetes and their whānau during Diabetes Action Month. Check out our new eye health resource, join us for a Facebook Live session, attend a local event or take part in Sneaker Friday! 

Sneaker Friday is your chance to step up for the 300,000 New Zealanders living with diabetes by donating to wear your sneakers on November 17.

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Did you know that temperature can affect your CareSens meter? Read on for tips and what to be mindful of. To find out more visit: https://bit.ly/3LA6mnm Did you know that on average it costs $4000 per year for a Continuous Glucose Monitor? Currently New Zealanders must cover this cost themselves. Help change that. Join our campaign to ensure all New Zealanders living with diabetes who are using insulin have access to funded CGMs to manage their diabetes and avoid complications. Link in the bio. #CGMForAll, #DiabetesNZ, #CGMAdvocacy, #WeWontStop, #FundCGMsForAll, #FundCGMs #ContinuousGlucoseMonitors Sometimes the colour of a green smoothie can put people off wanting to try one, but once you take a sip of this recipe you'll forget about the goodness hidden within in and just enjoy the smooth, creamy taste. Ingredients: 150g banana or other fruit 1/2 packed cup chopped kale, silverbeet or spinach 1/4 cup toasted rolled oats 1 1/2 cups of low-fat milk or soy milk Put the ingredients in a blender, capsule blender or food processor - or in a large jar if you have a stick blender. Enjoy! 💚 Check out this recipe and more on our website - link in the bio. Harry shares his story of what it's like living with type 1 diabetes 💙 Harry’s story reflects so many others, this is why CGMs need to be funded for all. Read more about the campaign to get CGMs funded: link in the bio. #CGMForAll, #DiabetesNZ, #CGMAdvocacy, #WeWontStop, #FundCGMsForAll, #FundCGMs #ContinuousGlucoseMonitors FUNDRAISER SHOUT-OUT! A huge thank you to Emily Writes and Eddie for raising $2,965 for the upcoming Diabetes NZ Wellington Youth Family Camp! This is incredible – thanks to everyone who supported Emily and Eddie’s fundraiser and helped provide the funds for kids to attend the camp ⛺️ #thankyou