Diabetes Focus

Saving lives through diabetes information, education, and support.

The official online publication of Diabetes South Africa, published by Word for Word Media. Our aim is to inform, engage, and motivate people to lead a long and healthy life.
Occasionally English South Africa Health & Fitness · Education
115 Episodes
80 – 100

Why language matters

By fostering a language of support, empathy, and clarity, we can contribute to a more positive and effective diabetes experience for everyone involved. Kate Bristow expands on this. This episode is brought to you by Replace Diabetic in the interest of education, awareness, and support. For those keeping an eye…
30 Aug 2024 12 min

The power of the morning walk

Christine Manga is out to persuade all of us to start our day with a morning walk. This episode is brought to you by Replace Diabetic in the interest of education, awareness, and support. For those keeping an eye on blood sugar levels, Replace® Diabetic is your tasty, low Gl…
30 Aug 2024 5 min

Questions to ask if you are newly diagnosed

Being newly diagnosed with diabetes is overwhelming. Lynette Lacock advises on questions to ask your doctor, as well as explains facts to help understand this chronic condition. This episode is brought to you by Replace Diabetic in the interest of education, awareness, and support. For those keeping an eye on…
30 Aug 2024 7 min

Harness the power of community support

Monique Marais, a social worker, highlights the power of community support when living with diabetes. This episode is brought to you by Replace Diabetic in the interest of education, awareness, and support. For those keeping an eye on blood sugar levels, Replace® Diabetic is your tasty, low Gl meal replacement…
30 Aug 2024 4 min

How do anti-depressants affect blood glucose?

Retha Harmse explores the intricate relationship between antidepressants and blood glucose regulation. This episode is brought to you by Replace Diabetic in the interest of education, awareness, and support. For those keeping an eye on blood sugar levels, Replace® Diabetic is your tasty, low Gl meal replacement endorsed by Diabetes…
30 Aug 2024 7 min

Jo-Anne Campbell - my weight loss transformation

Jo-Anne Campbell shares how a major weight loss transformation has given her new-found confidence, motivation, and a love for running. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond…
5 Jun 2024 7 min

Don't let the cold win - exercise

Retha Harmse explores safe outdoor exercise activities to keep you active in the colder months. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support…
5 Jun 2024 7 min

The tell-tale signs of the skin

Dr Rakesh Newaj shares the tell-tale signs of the skin that can be indicative of underlying diabetes. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that…
5 Jun 2024 6 min

The "can you eat that" shame

Monique Marais addresses the shame that people with diabetes can experience when loved ones question or misunderstand their food choices. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond…
5 Jun 2024 5 min

Are moods and blood glucose in children related?

Daniel Sher explores the mechanisms behind the relationship of moods and blood glucose and offers practical advice for parents and caregivers to better support their children. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement…
5 Jun 2024 5 min

The role of the podiatrist

Lynette Lacock, an occupational health sister, highlights the role of the podiatrist in the healthcare team for those living with diabetes. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer…
5 Jun 2024 4 min

Nourish your skin more in winter

Kate Bristow, a diabetes nurse educator, shares easy and practical tips to nourish and care for your skin during the colder months. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to…
5 Jun 2024 5 min

What is diabetic amyotrophy?

Christine Manga, a diabetes nurse educator, clarifies what diabetic amyotrophy is and the necessary information you need to know. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday…
5 Jun 2024 5 min

Unlocking the hidden healing potential of the human body

Veronica Tift enlightens us on the hidden healing potential of the human body and how you can tap into it. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond…
5 Jun 2024 7 min

Navigating the post-meal roller coaster

Dr Paula Diab shares valuable tips for keeping blood glucose spikes in-check to avoid the post-meal roller coaster. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition…
5 Jun 2024 13 min

Learning about glucagon

Estée van Lingen tells you everything that you need to know about glucagon, the hormone that raises blood glucose to treat a low in diabetes. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is…
5 Jun 2024 7 min

Vaginal yeast infections - all you need to know

Gynaecologist, Sumayya Ebrahim, educates us on vaginal candidiasis, also known as vaginal yeast infections, and its link to diabetes. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday…
5 Jun 2024 5 min

Nathan Hendricks - hard work pays off

Nathan Hendricks will be competing in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. We catch up with the young swimmer to find out what this great achievement means to him. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced…
5 Jun 2024 8 min

Time to understand time in range

Dr Angela Murphy expands on time in range and why it may become the most important of all glucose measurements in the future. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated…
5 Jun 2024 9 min

Marilyn Nicolaisen - if you still breathe, there is hope

After a series of major health complications, Marilyn Nicolaisen chooses to focus on the positive with her life motto: if you still breathe, there is hope. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement…
5 Jun 2024 4 min
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