DiaLeb Newsletter - Issue 7 - May 14, 2017
Featured Article
Infections in Diabetic Patients
Aline Zakhem, MD
Infectious Diseases Specialist
Clinical Associate, AUBMC
Diabetes mellitus (DM) increases the risk of infections, as high blood sugar levels can weaken the patient’s immune system defenses. In addition, some diabetes-related health issues, such as nerve damage and reduced blood flow to the extremities, increase the body’s vulnerability to infection. Any infection, no matter how mild it is, can cause alterations in blood sugar levels. As such, an uncontrolled blood sugar in the setting of adequate medication and controlled diet could be the first sign of infection in diabetic patients.
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Social Activities
Visit to Diabetes Canada
On Monday April 24, 2017, President & Founder of Dialeb, Dr. Jackie Maalouf visited the head office of Diabetes Canada in Toronto, Canada with the aim of reaching out to such a reputable institution & to benefit from the exchange of ideas in the fields of awareness, prevention, and management of Diabetes and for future collaborations! |
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Community Awareness
USJ 2017 NGO Fair
DiaLeb participated in the USJ NGO Fair 2017 on the 28th of April at the Faculty of medicine. Our “What’s Your Number” campaign continued with a glucose testing for over 150 attendees, courtesy of Accu-Chek.
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Mother's Day Event
Social & Cultural Adonis Club
On the occasion of Mother’s Day, DiaLeb participated in a lunch organized by the “Social and Cultural Adonis Club” at La Marina, Dbayeh. Mrs. Charlotte Bridy, president of the Club, welcomed the attendees, and Dr. Jackie Maalouf was the guest speaker and presented DiaLeb’s activities.
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Check out our Latest Health Tips
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#Diabetes
Coordinate your meals and medications. Too little food causes low blood sugar levels. Too much food causes high blood sugar levels.
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#Fitness
Exercise can lower your blood sugar level even a day later, if the activity is new or intensive.
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#Inspiration
"An early morning walk is a blessing for the whole day." - Henry David Thoreau
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#Fitness
Regular physical activity helps your body use insulin more efficiently. |
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Special Event
The Launching of the book “The 100”
Proud to have our founder and president, Dr. Jackie Maalouf featured in the book “The 100” influential Lebanese figures around the globe. The event took place on the 17th of March, 2017 at Kempinski Summerland Hotel Beirut. |
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Social Activity
The 10th Anniversary of NAWF
On April 2nd, 2017, DiaLeb, in its continuous aim to promote healthy lifestyles and sports activities, participated this year at the Bankmed Youth Race 2017 organized by the BMA in Dbayeh. |
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Sports Activity
DiaLeb at Beirut Marathon Youth Race 2017
On April 2nd, 2017, DiaLeb, in its continuous aim to promote healthy lifestyles and sports activities, participated this year at the Bankmed Youth Race 2017 organized by the BMA in Dbayeh. |
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FEATURED RECIPE
Mediterranean-Style Grilled Salmon
Makes: 4 Servings
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