Diabetes Management

From 2016 to 2021, Canada’s population grew by approximately 1.3 million due to immigration. For newcomers living with diabetes, differences in language, health beliefs, and cultural perceptions of the condition can create barriers to effective self-management. The CONTOUR®NEXT family of meters is designed with simplicity and ease of use in mind—helping new Canadians feel confident [...]

As we age, new challenges can arise—such as reduced vision and dexterity—that may make routine tasks like blood glucose monitoring more difficult. In fact, a study of approximately 41,000 people with type 2 diabetes found that older age was one of several independent factors associated with less frequent self-monitoring of blood glucose.¹ The CONTOUR®NEXT family [...]

Accuracy and the impact on hyperglycemia Having an accurate blood glucose meter can help you make more informed decisions with your healthcare provider and help understand how foods affect your blood glucose readings before and after meals.*,2 Hyperglycemia is having blood sugar above 11.0 mmol/L.2 Possible symptoms include fatigue, thirst and frequent urination (especially at [...]