I am diabetic, I may have to go back to work on May 4th. Is this dangerous with the pandemic?

50-year-old woman4 years ago
diabetes controlled with Fiasp and Tresiba insulin works as a technician in practical work at the Laval school board (preparation of science lab for students) my 10 year old daughter is going back to school on May 19th
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Alexandre Chagnon · 4 years ago
Hello Ma'am,
Basically, we all have the same risk of contracting the virus, regardless of our medical history. However, some people are at higher risk for serious complications; immunocompromised people, those with chronic diseases, as well as the elderly.
Patients with relatively well-controlled diabetes who are under 60 years of age are not at additional risk for complications based on the data we have at this time.
For now, the most effective way to prevent transmission of the virus is via prevention. Therefore, I encourage you to practice the following hygiene measures:
  • Wash your hands often with warm running water and soap for at least 20 seconds.
  • Cover your mouth and nose with your arm to reduce the spread of germs.
  • Avoid direct contact for greetings, such as handshakes, and favor the use of alternative practices.
  • If you are ill, avoid contact with more vulnerable people including those over 70 and those with chronic illnesses.
For more information about hygiene measures, click here.
Happy day,
Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist

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