SIGARAM is a social welfare club for children and adolescents (<18 yrs) with diabetes. It was started in the year 2010 by the department of Diabetology, Kauvery hospital with a motive to bring together children with diabetes and their families in and around Trichy. The club meets once in three months to discuss and learn about various aspects of diabetes management.
The Objective of SIGARAM is to share positive experiences and give professional help to diabetic children to master the art of diabetes management, including health, psychological, as well as social aspects, and lead happy and successful lives.
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- Get trained in self management skills to reduce blood sugar levels
- Accept the condition and cope with psychosocial issues
- Lead a flexible life-style and still have normal blood glucose
- Meet up with other persons having Diabetes and know that help is just a phone call away
Note: The club does not expect children to change their Diabetologist. Everyone coming to this group will continue to see their own doctors. Those requiring help will be directed as required. Participation is free of cost.
- Multi disciplinary approach in the management of diabetes
- Comprehensive Diabetic Health Check Ups
- Preventive & therapeutic podiatric care services
- Flash glucose monitoring system and insulin pump therapy
- Pediatric, intensive care facility for Diabetic emergencies
- Regular health awareness counseling for Diabetic patients and their families
- Telemedicine consultation for Children who are unable to come to hospital.
