Diabetes Service

• Diabetes occurs when there is too much glucose (sugar) in the blood. 
• This happens because:
• the pancreas stops producing insulin (Type 1 diabetes)
• or the insulin produced is not effective in transporting glucose from the blood to the body's cells (Type 2 diabetes)
• ​Diabetes can cause serious health problems (damage to the eyes, heart, kidneys, nerves, feet) if it is not well controlled. 
• Good diabetes care can reduce the risk of developing these complications.

Locations

• North Shore Hospital
  Ph (09) 486 8900
  Monday - Friday: 8.00am - 4.30pm

• Waitakere Hospital
  Ph (09) 839 0000
  Monday - Friday: 8.00am - 4.30pm