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The Actions For Survival team is committed to doing just that and providing as much help as possible to ensure more lives are saved in   New Zealand in 2022.

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…..to help reduce it’s impact on day to day life. Weight reduction, increasing physical activity and adopting a healthier lifestyle are all changes many people with Type 2 diabetes have undertaken with positive results.

The Ministry of Health report, “Type 2 diabetes usually develops in adults, but it is becoming more common in young people. Type 2 diabetes is the only type of diabetes linked to, but not always caused by, obesity. Māori, Pacific and South Asian people are more likely to have type 2 diabetes and develop complications of the condition”.

If you are concerned for yourself or a family member about the possibility of having Diabetes contact your GP. If you wish to know more, Diabetes New Zealand has an excellent website with information about Diabetes, living with it, managing the condition and support networks in the community.

For more information & support check out Diabetes New Zealand at: https://www.diabetes.org.nz

Tomorrow we will conclude our look at Type 2 Diabetes…..

For great health information check out Health Navigator New Zealand where you will find expert opinion online.

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Currently, there are temporary changes to the steps to be followed in resuscitation. These can be found in the video below or by clicking here to see the New Zealand Resuscitation Council temporary guideline recommendation. 

Click the link to go to the New Zealand Resuscitation Council Covid-19 recommended modifications for delivering resuscitation whilst the pandemic remains a threat. Click play to see a short video outlining CPR modifications that should be followed during the pandemic.

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Acknowledgement

Data and information are fact-checked against various recognised sources, including the New Zealand Resuscitation Council, Health Navigator New Zealand, St John, and other recognised entities specialising in the specific subject content. It should be noted that variances in protocols exist and where necessary are identified.


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