EPISODE · Dec 4, 2023 · 35 MIN
Cracking the Code of Type 2 Diabetes: Strategies for Effective Blood Sugar Control w/ Dr. Fairuz Siraj FP5 Ep. 118
from Friendly Pharmacy 5 · host Lindsay Dixon
Join us for an enlightening and myth-busting video interview that will transform your understanding of diabetes. In this engaging session, Lindsay Dixon speaks with Dr. Fairuz Siraj as they dive headfirst into the world of diabetes, debunking the most common misconceptions that surround this prevalent health condition. Don't miss this opportunity to gain invaluable insights, challenge long-held beliefs, and embrace a well-informed perspective on diabetes. Remember, knowledge is power, and together we can combat the misconceptions surrounding diabetes. Would you like to sponsor the Friendly Pharmacy 5 Channel? Please reach out: [email protected] CHAPTERS: 00:00 Who is Dr. Fairuz Siraj? 01:13 What is a Certified Diabetes Educator? 03:33 Presentation: What you need to know about Diabetes 07:04 What causes diabetes? 08:15 What causes Type 1 diabetes? 09:38 What causes Type 2 diabetes? 10:15 Complications of Type 2 diabetes 11:14 Goals for Successful Diabetes Management 12:31 Lifestyle measures for diabetes 13:21 What medications are used for diabetes? 15:43 Blood glucose monitoring guidelines 15:58 A1C test 16:38 Blood Glucose monitors 17:37 Low blood sugar (Hypoglycemia) 18:50 Sick Days and Diabetes 19:19 Diabetes resources 19:29 Ebook about Diabetes (FREE) 20:29 Diabetes without symptoms 25:02 Prediabetes and Prevention of Diabetes 25:23 Continuous Glucose Monitor for diabetes prevention 27:12 Spikes in Blood Sugar 29:38 Morning high blood sugar 31:44 Insulin produced by the body 32:27 Aging and Diabetes 33:18 Diabetes Questions? Send us your questions and comments! Dr. Fairuz Siraj: [email protected] Rxfiles Diabetes Handbook (FREE Resource): https://www.rxfiles.ca/rxfiles/uploads/documents/diabetes-patient-booklet.pdf *Please consider supporting the Friendly Pharmacy 5 channel - your support allows me to improve the content quality and create more content for viewers like you! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LindsayDixon Lindsay Dixon is a Registered Pharmacist residing in Canada. She obtained her Bachelors of Science degree in Brazil where she specialized in the area of Pharmacotherapy. With over 13 years of experience working in community pharmacy and in community pharmacy management, her passion lies in the areas of preventative medicine, patient-centred care, and public health education. Lindsay was the recipient of the Ben Gant Practice Innovation award from the BC Pharmacy Association in 2021 and was most recently selected by Pharmacy Practice & Business Magazine as the recipient of the Raise Your Voice Award in 2022. Lindsay is also certified in Palliative Care through the University of Victoria. To see some of my favourite products, please visit this link: https://www.amazon.com/shop/friendlypharmacy5 (As an Amazon Associate, Lindsay earns from qualifying purchases. If you purchase any product using the post above, you are helping Lindsay to maintain this channel.) My favourite editing software is Descript: https://www.descript.com/?lmref=AxgDbA WEBSITE: www.friendlypharmacy5.com MEDIA CONTACT: [email protected] FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/FriendlyPharmacy5https://www.instagram.com/friendlypharmacy5/?hl=enhttps://twitter.com/LindsayDixonFP5 DISCLAIMER: Friendly Pharmacy 5 medical videos are for medical education, and are NOT intended to replace recommendations from your Primary Care Provider. #type2diabetes #diabeteseducation #diabetesawareness #bloodsugar #dawnphenomenon #CDE
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Join us for an enlightening and myth-busting video interview that will transform your understanding of diabetes. In this engaging session, Lindsay Dixon speaks with Dr. Fairuz Siraj as they dive headfirst into the world of diabetes, debunking the most common misconceptions that surround this prevalent health condition. Don't miss this opportunity to gain invaluable insights, challenge long-held beliefs, and embrace a well-informed perspective on diabetes. Remember, knowledge is power, and together we can combat the misconceptions surrounding diabetes. Would you like to sponsor the Friendly Pharmacy 5 Channel? Please reach out: [email protected] CHAPTERS: 00:00 Who is Dr. Fairuz Siraj? 01:13 What is a Certified Diabetes Educator? 03:33 Presentation: What you need to know about Diabetes 07:04 What causes diabetes? 08:15 What causes Type 1 diabetes? 09:38 What causes Type 2 diabetes? 10:15 Complications of Type 2 diabetes 11:14 Goals for Successful Diabetes Management 12:31 Lifestyle measures for diabetes 13:21 What medications are used for diabetes? 15:43 Blood glucose monitoring guidelines 15:58 A1C test 16:38 Blood Glucose monitors 17:37 Low blood sugar (Hypoglycemia) 18:50 Sick Days and Diabetes 19:19 Diabetes resources 19:29 Ebook about Diabetes (FREE) 20:29 Diabetes without symptoms 25:02 Prediabetes and Prevention of Diabetes 25:23 Continuous Glucose Monitor for diabetes prevention 27:12 Spikes in Blood Sugar 29:38 Morning high blood sugar 31:44 Insulin produced by the body 32:27 Aging and Diabetes 33:18 Diabetes Questions? Send us your questions and comments! Dr. Fairuz Siraj: [email protected] Rxfiles Diabetes Handbook (FREE Resource): https://www.rxfiles.ca/rxfiles/uploads/documents/diabetes-patient-booklet.pdf *Please consider supporting the Friendly Pharmacy 5 channel - your support allows me to improve the content quality and create more content for viewers like you! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LindsayDixon Lindsay Dixon is a Registered Pharmacist residing in Canada. She obtained her Bachelors of Science degree in Brazil where she specialized in the area of Pharmacotherapy. With over 13 years of experience working in community pharmacy and in community pharmacy management, her passion lies in the areas of preventative medicine, patient-centred care, and public health education. Lindsay was the recipient of the Ben Gant Practice Innovation award from the BC Pharmacy Association in 2021 and was most recently selected by Pharmacy Practice & Business Magazine as the recipient of the Raise Your Voice Award in 2022. Lindsay is also certified in Palliative Care through the University of Victoria. To see some of my favourite products, please visit this link: https://www.amazon.com/shop/friendlypharmacy5 (As an Amazon Associate, Lindsay earns from qualifying purchases. If you purchase any product using the post above, you are helping Lindsay to maintain this channel.) My favourite editing software is Descript: https://www.descript.com/?lmref=AxgDbA WEBSITE: www.friendlypharmacy5.com MEDIA CONTACT: [email protected] FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/FriendlyPharmacy5https://www.instagram.com/friendlypharmacy5/?hl=enhttps://twitter.com/LindsayDixonFP5 DISCLAIMER: Friendly Pharmacy 5 medical videos are for medical education, and are NOT intended to replace recommendations from your Primary Care Provider. #type2diabetes #diabeteseducation #diabetesawareness #bloodsugar #dawnphenomenon #CDE
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