Diabetes course for clinicians, health workers and patients

This short film asks, ‘What is diabetes?’ It explains the basics of what happens when the body has trouble processing glucose.

This second film tells the story of a child with type 1 diabetes who arrives in hospital with a very high blood sugar level. The film runs through the possible causes and suggestions for management, and provides a simple explanation of type 1 diabetes.

This film follows the story of  a teacher with type 2 diabetes. Maria also has high blood pressure, which often accompanies diabetes. It covers diagnosis, treatment and lifestyle changes, using animation to explain how diabetes works. 

The fourth film forms the backbone of a complete diabetes course for Malawi. It looks at the reasons for the high prevalence of diabetes in Malawi, and the need for action to bring a growing epidemic under control.

This film, presented in Chichewa, gives a simple, engaging explanation of dietary changes needed for those living with diabetes in Malawi. An “expert patient” who loves to eat tries to resist temptation as he takes us on a tour of local markets. The film explains different food types and what makes a balanced diet.

This film explains the main complications of diabetes in the eyes, kidneys and feet. It shows methods for preventing and diagnosing diabetes complications and outlines possible treatments.

This is the last of seven films forming the backbone of a complete diabetes course for Malawi, aimed at clinicians, health workers, expert patients and others affected by diabetes. It takes a brief look at the links between HIV and diabetes.