Mijas La Cala Lions Diabetic Support Group

Getting Started

You are your own doctor!

Your doctor may not always be easily available, so learn to become your own doctor....being informed is the key to control by self-management..

You may feel that, having been recently diagnosed with diabetes, you are bombarded with information, advice and instructions. But the right tips can help you to work out the levels of importance of the actions that have to be taken...

The most important first bit of advice is don’t panic, don’t get stressed.  With good, consistent self-management you will be In control of your condition and able to live a normal life.

Learn about the importance of a healthy lifestyle and how to achieve it and then don’t let diabetes get in the way of reaching your goals.

There are lots of tips we can offer - come to the meetings for details!