Diabetes Canada Podcast

February is Heart Month. For people living with diabetes, heart disease is one of the most common complications. Dr. Erin Mulvihill is a scientist from the Ottawa Heart Institute whose research tries to better understand this connection in order to improve treatments.

February is Heart Month. For people living with diabetes, heart disease is one of the most common complications. Dr. Erin Mulvihill is a scientist from the Ottawa Heart Institute whose research tries

  The COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenge for everyone, but for some people—in particular older adults—there have been some very specific reasons for concern. Add diabetes into the mix and it all gets even more complicated. Dr. Paula Rochon, the Vice President of Research at Women’s College Hospital in Toronto, tell us how COVID-19 has exacerbated inequities among older adults, in particular wo...

  The COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenge for everyone, but for some people—in particular older adults—there have been some very specific reasons for concern. Add diabetes into the mix and it all g

Technology often makes our lives easier, but if you live with type 1 diabetes it can also seem really overwhelming. From insulin pumps to CGMs and even do-it-yourself solutions, there are so many new technologies that it’s hard to know how to make the right decision for you. On this episode, Dr. Michael Riddell from York University talks about the latest in technology and type 1 diabetes.

Technology often makes our lives easier, but if you live with type 1 diabetes it can also seem really overwhelming. From insulin pumps to CGMs and even do-it-yourself solutions, there are so many new

Dr. Elizabeth Stephenson from the University of Toronto and SickKids Hospital explains what research ethics are and why they’re important to those living with diabetes.

Dr. Elizabeth Stephenson from the University of Toronto and SickKids Hospital explains what research ethics are and why they’re important to those living with diabetes.

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder and experts still aren’t sure what causes it or how to cure it. Finding a way to suppress the progress of autoimmune disorders without compromising the immune system is a puzzle researchers around the world are hoping to solve. Dr. Pere Santamaria from the University of Calgary, whose research looks at autoimmune disorders and, specifically, type 1 diabete...

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder and experts still aren’t sure what causes it or how to cure it. Finding a way to suppress the progress of autoimmune disorders without compromising the immune

In August, Canada’s new Clinical Practice Guidelines for Obesity in Adults were released. These guidelines provide information to help health care professionals support those living with obesity. Dr. Sean Wharton was one of the lead authors on the new guidelines. On this episode he talks about what has changed and why these guidelines are important for those with diabetes. You can find the new Obe...

In August, Canada’s new Clinical Practice Guidelines for Obesity in Adults were released. These guidelines provide information to help health care professionals support those living with obesity. Dr.

Information on COVID-19 and diabetes changes all the time. Dr. Alice Cheng shares the latest updates on this topic, and gives a sneak peek of her upcoming presentation at the 2020 Diabetes Canada/CSEM Professional Conference.

Information on COVID-19 and diabetes changes all the time. Dr. Alice Cheng shares the latest updates on this topic, and gives a sneak peek of her upcoming presentation at the 2020 Diabetes Canada/CSEM

Dr. Michael Vallis is a leading expert on diabetes and mental health. On this episode he discusses diabetes distress, including what it is and how can patients and health care providers can work together to prevent it. Discover ways to discuss emotional well-being with your health care provider and support emotional wellness while living a healthy life with diabetes.

Dr. Michael Vallis is a leading expert on diabetes and mental health. On this episode he discusses diabetes distress, including what it is and how can patients and health care providers can work toget

Can your dog have a positive impact on your health? Dr. Caroline Kramer from Mount Sinai Hospital recently released the results of her study, “What A Good Boy” and it’s good news for dog owners, showing that your canine companion might actually be having a positive impact on your heart and your health.

Can your dog have a positive impact on your health? Dr. Caroline Kramer from Mount Sinai Hospital recently released the results of her study, “What A Good Boy” and it’s good news for dog owners, showi

Dr. Paul Oh discusses the importance of exercise when you live with type 2 diabetes. He provides simple steps to incorporate exercise into your life, including finding the type of exercise that will work best for you. Dr. Oh is the Medical Director, GoodLife Fitness Chair and a Senior Scientist in the Cardiovascular Disease Prevention and Rehabilitation Program at the Toronto Rehabilitation Instit...

Dr. Paul Oh discusses the importance of exercise when you live with type 2 diabetes. He provides simple steps to incorporate exercise into your life, including finding the type of exercise that will w

Taylor Morriseau is a PhD candidate studying the molecular mechanisms underlying youth-onset type 2 diabetes at the Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba. Her work looks at the possibility that a traditional diet may prevent or delay type 2 diabetes in Indigenous youth. She is also a passionate advocate and role model for Indigenous youth.

Taylor Morriseau is a PhD candidate studying the molecular mechanisms underlying youth-onset type 2 diabetes at the Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba. Her work looks at the possibilit

Dr. Gary Lewis from the Banting and Best Diabetes Centre discusses his work on diabetes and heart health and the importance of patient-oriented research. Dr. Lewis is an award-winning scientist who does diabetes and cardiology research, but his passion for patient involvement has led him to a leadership role with Diabetes Action Canada.

Dr. Gary Lewis from the Banting and Best Diabetes Centre discusses his work on diabetes and heart health and the importance of patient-oriented research. Dr. Lewis is an award-winning scientist who do

Dr. Christine Doucette is a scientist who studies beta cell development to help people with diabetes. She is part of a team at the Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba that is looking at a surge in type 2 diabetes cases in children and youth in Northern Manitoba’s Indigenous communities. She discusses how her team in the lab collaborates with the physician scientists in the clinic to...