IF YOU ARE SICK

• For information on symptoms of Covid-19 visit the NZ Covid-19 website

• If you are sick you should call Healthline for free on 0800 358 5453 or call your doctor immediately. Also contact your diabetes care provider for advice on diabetes management.

• If you are feeling unwell, please do not stop taking your regular medication without first consulting with your diabetes medical team, GP or specialist

• Balancing your food and insulin levels when you are sick can be quite a challenge. As well as seeking medical advice, we recommend following our guidelines for managing sick days .

• Starship Child Health, Auckland DHB, hosted a virtual education workshop in March 2020 you can view the adapted presentation from DR. Philippa Carter here