Diabetes awareness campaign launched

 

For World Diabetes Day (November 14th) TV presenter, broadcaster and fashion designer Brendan Courtney teamed up with Diabetes Ireland and healthcare company MSD, to raise awareness about Type 2 Diabetes, as part of the ‘First Things First’ campaign.

 

The First Things First campaign highlights the importance of getting the basics right when it comes to managing it, particularly as Type 2 Diabetes can lead to serious complications if left unmanaged.

 

Brendan Courtney, whose late father had Type 2 Diabetes, is encouraging the people of Tipperary with Type 2 Diabetes and their families to take the time to really understand the importance of managing their condition: “I am delighted to be part of the First Things First campaign. It’s an initiative that I feel passionate about. My father had Type 2 Diabetes and did not take the time to properly manage his condition. My dad’s diagnosis came as a shock to us all. As a family, we weren’t fully prepared and didn’t really take the time to understand what Type 2 diabetes is   and the possible complications it could have if not properly managed. This campaign is about getting the basics right and ensuring you understand what HbA1c is and the importance of lowering it. Also don’t forget you are not alone, make sure you get the support of your family and friends to help you.”

HbA1c is a measure of a person’s average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months.

To find out more about Type 2 Diabetes and Diabetes Ireland check out www.diabetes.ie.