On November 14, World Diabetes Day calls for global awareness and local action in managing diabetes. For residents in the district of Timiskaming, Blanche River Health (BRH) offers support to individuals over the age of 18 living with  pre-diabetes, Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes and gestational diabetes.  Through our diabetes program, we provide resources, education, and support tailored to help individuals manage diabetes more effectively.

“Diabetes is a complex condition, but people don’t have to face it alone. Our community-focused program aims to empower patients with the tools and guidance they need,” says Carole Lebel, BRH Manager, Occupational Health & Infection Control, who oversees the diabetes program at BRH.

BRH services include one-on-one consultations (either in person or by telephone) and group education sessions with certified diabetes educators. The team works closely with individuals and their health care providers to help manage blood sugar, prevent complications, and improve quality of life. Whether newly diagnosed or managing diabetes for years, community members have access to personalized care plans that suit their needs.

Jorge VanSlyke, President and CEO of Blanche River Health, emphasizes, “Our goal is to make diabetes care accessible to everyone in our region. We believe that local, accessible healthcare can transform lives.”

BRH’s diabetes program is open to all residents 18 years of age and older. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact:

North Site (Blanche River Health)
705-568-2134
145 Government Rd E, Kirkland Lake, ON P2N 3P4

South Site (New Liskeard Site)
705-647-8722
280 Armstrong Street North, New Liskeard, ON P0J 1P0

Let's work together to build a healthier future for our community.

About Blanche River Health

Blanche River Health is a 74-bed hospital corporation with two sites serving the North Eastern Ontario communities of Englehart (26 beds) and Kirkland Lake (48 beds) as well as residents in surrounding areas. Our mission is to make health care work for you. BRH values people and continuous improvement and we demonstrate this through accountability, respect, and courage to excel.

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Photo 1: (Left to right) BRH team members Janine Widdifield, Marjorie Hayes, Gail Renaud, Sara Toye, and Pam Lamoureux join Katherine Cloutier (Dietician) and Dr. Zheng at the Diabetes Lunch and Learn at the Blanche River Health Englehart site on November 14^th, World Diabetes Day.

Photo 2: BRH team members Jasmin Gregory (top right) and Stefanie Aitchison (top left) present the Diabetes Lunch and Learn at the Blanche River Health Kirkland Lake site on November 14^th, World Diabetes Day, joined by BRH team members Shannon Dupont (bottom left) and Jocelyn Fraser (bottom right) .