A while ago, on a Saturday morning, we tested Jane for diabetes. As her blood sugar level was high, we advised her to visit her doctor. Later, Jane told us that she had been on the verge of type 2 diabetes. With her doctor’s help, she now manages to keep her blood sugar level stable.
We regularly test shoppers at the Gordon’s Bay Spar. You are welcome to drop by for a quick test. And a chat, if you like! Contact us for the next screening on a Saturday morning.
Diabetes in South Africa
- diabetes is the leading underlying natural cause of death in women and 2nd highest underlying cause of death in South Africa
- nearly 13% of the population has diabetes
- a large proportion of the population remains undiagnosed
- South Africa has the second highest number of people with type 2 diabetes in sub-Saharan Africa, Nigeria is number one.
