Diabetes Education
Seymour Hospital provides a Diabetes Education Program by a Registered Nurse who sees clients by appointment. Clinics are conducted at the Ambulatory Care Centre opposite the Hospital. Access is via Villiers Street. Appointments are available each Wednesday between 9am - 4pm and can be made by contacting ACC Reception on 5735 8050.
Clients with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes can access:
- Education
- Information
- Support
- Training in the use of Glucometers
- Provision of and training in the use of Novopens
- Dietary advice
- Referral to Dietitian and Podiatrist
The Hospital does not offer a free sharps container disposal service. This service is available from Mitchell Shire through the Seymour Library located in Anzac Avenue, Seymour.
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Last Updated: 14-Oct-08
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