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FAQs - Other Issues
Hospital Room and Emergency Treatment
I have diabetes and I may need to be hospitalized. What should I know?
The Canadian Diabetes Association’s A guide to being hospitalized is a guide for people with diabetes who may need to be hospitalized or go to an emergency room for treatment. It informs you about what to expect and what to ask, thus alleviating possible stress and helping to ensure your diabetes is well managed throughout your stay.
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I don’t believe my diabetes was handled properly in the emergency department or on the hospital unit.
What can I do?
You might wish to file a complaint with the hospital as well as discuss the problems you encountered with your physician. Serious concerns can be filed with the provincial College of Physicians and Surgeons.
International / Immigration
Will diabetes affect my eligibility to immigrate to Canada?
According to Citizenship and Immigration Canada, diabetes is not associated with medical inadmissibility nor is it an impediment to immigration. Complications related to diabetes such as kidney failure may prohibit admission of an applicant with diabetes.
Where do I go to find information and support for my relative with diabetes overseas?
The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) is an umbrella organization of 183 member associations in 142 countries and is the global advocate for people with diabetes and their health care providers.