Diabetes SA Pretoria

10/08/2026

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On Saturday, 01 August 2026, Diabetes South Africa (Pretoria branch) participated in the SPAR Women’s Challenge Tshwane to raise diabetes health awareness & promote active living.

The event took place at SuperSport Park in Centurion. Thousands of participants gathered to take part in both the 5km fun run and the 10km SPAR Grand race.

Key Highlights of Participation
• Community Wellness: The Diabetes South Africa Pretoria team engaged with the public to share educational resources about managing and preventing diabetes.

• Health Screening: Sisters, Christine Segoe, Rebecca Koapa, and Mavis Hlungwani conducted essential medical checks for approximately 122 participants.

Sister Alicia Visagie focused on foot inspection. 28 foot examinations were conducted.

• Vital Checks: The team provided blood glucose testing, blood pressure measuring, and foot examinations to ensure runners knew their vital numbers before hitting the route.

• Public Engagement: The branch utilized the massive platform of over 17,000 runners to emphasize the role of regular exercise and a balanced diet in managing lifestyle diseases.

• It was a learning experience participating at an event of that magnitude, thanks to everyone for the effort and support.

02/08/2026

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31/07/2026

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On Thursday, 30th July 2026, aQuellé & Diabetes South Africa (DSA), Pretoria branch were at the Super Spar Carlswald in Midrand conducting a Health Screening. Sisters Louise Pywell & Priscilla Tladi from DSA screened a total of 118 people, of which 4 had very high glucose levels and were directed to their doctors or clinics. 14 had very High blood pressures. 4 which we directed to their health care professionals.

The aQuellé team, comprised of John & Nurse who were handing out water to each person that was tested. The stand drew a lot of attention and was quite busy…..

28/07/2026

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26/07/2026

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On Saturday, 25th July 2026, aQuellé & Diabetes South Africa, Pretoria branch held a screening day at Super Spar, Midrand. Sisters Ingrid Steyn & Priscilla Tladi from DSA Pretoria branch screened a total of 112 people. Seven had very high BP levels and were directed to see a doctor or clinic. Four were already diagnosed with Hypertension but only one was controlled, three were uncontrolled. With regards to Glucose levels, three had Hyperglycaemia and had to be referred to a doctor or clinic. Four people seen had already been diagnosed with Diabetes, of which 3 were controlled and one uncontrolled which was very promising.

The aQuellé team, comprised only of John who gave out water to each person that was tested, of course promoting the importance of good hydration, as well as other gifts depending on “their numbers”.The stand drew a lot of attention and was very busy. People were really interested in knowing their health status.

25/07/2026

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On Friday, 24th July 2026, aQuellé, in association with Diabetes SA Pretoria branch partook in a Wellness screening day outside Super Spar Silver Oakes Shopping centre in Pretoria, where they were able to promote the importance of good hydration and knowing your Blood pressure and Glucose levels.

Srs Louise Pywell & Ingrid Steyn from DSA Pretoria screened 115 people, of which 11 had very high blood pressures which they were unaware of having. There were 11 people who were diagnosed hypertensives, on medication and all those were controlled. Those with high BP’s were referred to their doctors or clinics to seek further medical attention. Only 3 high glucose levels were found & they too were directed to go to their clinics.

The aQuellé team, comprised of John & Nurse, who gave each person that was tested a bottle of aQuellé water. Those who’s levels were high received a bag and some information on dietary advice and Diabetes as a condition .The event was very well attended as the shopping area was very busy, being the end of the month … People were really eager for information regarding their health.

24/07/2026

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22/07/2026

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Dr Louise Johnson explains the difficulties experienced by teenagers with diabetes, including diabetes distress, and how sharing on social media helps them.

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20/07/2026

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18/07/2026

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Why language matters in diabetes care.

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