East Asian Tailoured Resources
Focus on culturally appropriate diabetes care and prevention strategies for South Asian communities
East and Southeast Asians in Canada face higher diabetes risks at lower BMIs due to genetic predispositions. Public health initiatives encourage early screening and the adoption of dietary patterns emphasizing traditional, nutrient-dense foods, combined with regular physical activity.
Chinese Diabetes Society
The Chinese Diabetes Society is a professional society directly under the Chinese Medical Association. The mission of the Diabetes Branch is to prevent, care and cure diabetes through education, research and good medical practice.
Chinese Diabetes Resources
The Chinese Diabetes Program offers valuable resources in both Simplified and Traditional Chinese to help individuals manage their diabetes.
NDSS Chinese Diabetes Resources
National Diabetes Services Scheme, administered by Diabetes Australia, provides extensive support and resources for managing diabetes in Traditional Chinese.
Fraser Health Chinese Diabetes Guidebook
On the Road to Diabetes Health is a diabetes education guide written by Fraser Health diabetes educators and translated into Chinese Simplified.
Health Centers & Programs
South Asian Health Centre Fraser Health Surrey
The South Asian Health Centre by Fraser Health Authority offers primary healthcare services, chronic disease management, and diabetes prevention for South Asians living in Surrey and Delta. In partnership with the Surrey-North Delta Division of Family Practice, the centre collaborates with local physicians, health authority services, and community members to support individuals in managing chronic conditions and improving their health outcomes.
Health Programs & Initiatives
Eating Well with Diabetes: East Asian diets
UnlockFood's Eating Well with Diabetes: East Asian Diets provides practical advice on managing diabetes through a diet rich in fresh, nutrient-dense foods commonly found in East Asian cuisines, such as soybeans, leafy greens, and fish, while emphasizing the importance of personalized meal planning and working with a dietitian to manage blood sugar levels effectively.
7-day Chinese Healthy Meal Plan
This 7-day Chinese healthy meal plan combines traditional and non-traditional dishes with diabetes-friendly options, including low-glycemic-index carbohydrates and healthy fats, balanced throughout the day with meals containing 30-45 grams of carbohydrates and snacks around 15 grams.
Asian Meal Plan For Diabetics
The Asian meal plan for diabetics is designed to help maintain stable blood sugar levels through low-glycemic-index foods, such as leafy greens, non-starchy vegetables, and whole grains. It emphasizes lean proteins like tofu, chicken, and fish, along with healthy fats from nuts and olive oil. The plan incorporates traditional Asian spices for flavor without adding sugar or excessive carbs, offering a nutritious and flavorful approach to diabetes management.
Diabetes Canada Celebrating Chinese Food
Diabetes Canada offers basic meal planning tips, emphasizing portion sizes that match your needs and balancing food groups to manage blood sugars, and lower blood pressure and cholesterol.
Asian Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Eating Well's Asian Diabetes-Friendly Recipes offers healthy and delicious Asian inspired diabetes-friendly recipes from nutritional experts.
Chinese Foods for Healthy Diabetes-Friendly Eating
If you have diabetes and love Chinese food, you can still enjoy it! A registered dietitian from Eating Well offers tips on incorporating traditional Chinese dishes into a healthy eating plan, going beyond just rice and noodles to maintain balanced blood sugar levels.
Diabetes-friendly Chinese Recipes
Chinese food has all kinds of options when it comes to dishes that won’t spike your blood sugar.
29 Asian-Inspired Recipes for People with Diabetes
These diabetic-friendly Asian recipes will satisfy any craving. Taste of Home has dietitian-approved recipes inspired by cuisine from China, Thailand, Korea and more.
10 Healthy Asian Recipes for People with Diabetes
These 10 diabetes-friendly Asian recipes from the American Diabetes Association are healthy and delicious, with ingredient swaps that lower sodium, carbs, and calories, offering a variety of options from congee to noodle bowls.
Chinese Inter Cultural Online Network Project
The Chinese ICON Project offers resources designed to promote cultural safety in health and social services for Chinese-speaking communities. By providing tools to enhance cultural awareness, the project aims to improve service delivery and support better health outcomes. These educational materials focus on fostering respectful and culturally sensitive interactions with Chinese individuals in various care settings.
Chinese Mental Health Program
Canadian Mental Health Association provides information on mental health programs for the Chinese community in British Columbia, offering support to those seeking culturally relevant mental health services. It highlights initiatives aimed at improving mental well-being through community-based efforts.
Vancouver Coastal - Health Program in Chinese
This clinic focuses on providing culturally sensitive mental health care to Chinese-speaking youth and families. It emphasizes building trust and addressing mental health concerns through tailored approaches that recognize cultural values.
Self-Management BC Program in Chinese
Self-Management BC offers free workshops for Chinese-speaking individuals to help manage chronic health conditions. The program includes practical strategies for better health management and aims to empower participants through peer support and skill-building activities. The current schedule for September and October 2024 lists available sessions, allowing participants to join at their convenience.
Vancouver Community Diabetes Education
The Vancouver Community Diabetes Education Program, offered by SUCCESS, provides support for individuals living with diabetes. It offers educational workshops, group sessions, and personalized support to help participants manage their condition, make informed health decisions, and improve their quality of life. The program emphasizes culturally relevant resources for Chinese-speaking individuals in the community.
Victoria Diabetes Education Centre
The Victoria Diabetes Education Centre provides Mandarin and Cantonese at the Victoria General Hospital most Mondays. A comprehensive support for adults, children, and pregnant women with diabetes. Services include individual consultations with diabetes educators, group classes, and pediatric and gestational diabetes programs. Language support is available in Punjabi, Mandarin, and Cantonese on specific days. The centre also offers nutrition counseling, blood glucose monitoring, and referrals to specialists when needed. Located at the Royal Jubilee and Victoria General Hospitals, the programs are tailored to help manage diabetes effectively through education and resources.
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Asian Diabetes Prevention Initiative
The Asian Diabetes Prevention Initiative is a collaborative effort between Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the National University of Singapore to raise awareness and combat rising diabetes rates among Asian populations.
Inequalities in Health of Racialized Adults in Canada - Report
Health Canada presents present an overview of social and health disparities affecting racialized populations from various cultural and racial backgrounds, including East Asian populations
