Care for Diabetes

2026-08-25

Diabetes is a chronic condition caused by persistently high blood glucose; poor control may increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, retinopathy, neuropathy and foot problems.

According to the Department of Health’s Population Health Survey 2020-22, the total prevalence of diabetes among people aged 15 to 84 in Hong Kong was 8.5%, including people with raised blood glucose detected by biochemical testing but no self-reported history.

Effective diabetes care includes regular follow-up, healthy eating, physical activity, medication as advised, blood glucose monitoring, and early checks for eye, kidney and foot complications.

Diabetes Care for Adults in Primary Care Settings: The Hong Kong Reference Framework recommends continuous, comprehensive and patient-centred care for prevention, early identification and management of diabetes in primary care.

Diabetes-friendly Recipes and Eating Tips: People with diabetes are advised to eat regular meals, keep carbohydrate portions consistent, follow a balanced diet, choose fibre-rich foods, and reduce fat, sugar and sodium intake.

Know More About Home-use Blood Glucose Meter: Blood glucose monitoring helps assess glycaemic control; people using insulin or at risk of hypoglycaemia should use a home blood glucose meter correctly under healthcare professional guidance and keep proper records.

Islands DHC Express provides health promotion, health risk assessment and chronic disease management support; eligible members may also join blood glucose, diabetes health talk, activities and other patient empowerment programmes.

Enquiries: 2556 5338. Address: Block B, Lot 2536, Ha Ling Pei, Tung Chung, Lantau.

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