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Health Education

Tips for a Healthier Life

Practical, evidence-based advice from our specialists to help you manage your health every day.

Mental Health

Managing Stress to Control Blood Sugar

Chronic stress raises cortisol levels, which directly elevates blood glucose. Practices like prayer, breathing exercises, and adequate sleep are not optional for diabetics — they are clinical necessities.

May 2026 Diabetes Care Team, St. Vincent
Foot Care

Foot Care for Diabetic Patients

Check your feet daily for cuts, blisters, or redness. Wear well-fitting shoes and never walk barefoot. Early detection of foot wounds prevents serious complications.

April 2026 Diabetic Foot Clinic, St. Vincent
Eye Health

Protecting Your Eyes from Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy causes no symptoms in its early stages — making annual dilated eye exams essential. Tight blood sugar control remains the best defence against vision loss.

March 2026 Ophthalmology Team, St. Vincent
Exercise

The 10-Minute Walk After Meals

A short brisk walk within 30 minutes of eating can lower post-meal blood sugar by up to 22%. It is one of the simplest, most evidence-backed habits for diabetic patients.

February 2026 Physiotherapy Dept., St. Vincent
Nutrition

Understanding the Glycaemic Index

Not all carbohydrates are equal. Low-GI foods raise blood sugar slowly — swapping white rice for brown rice or millets can make a dramatic difference to your post-meal readings.

January 2026 Nutrition Team, St. Vincent

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