Diabetic Screening
Blood glucose checks to spot diabetes early — and regular monitoring if you already have it.
Ongoing Care
Chronic Condition Care and Monitoring
Regular review and support for long-term conditions, so that your treatment keeps up with your life.
Ongoing Care
What this service is
A chronic condition is a long-term health problem that needs ongoing management. Diabetes, hypertension, asthma, HIV, epilepsy, arthritis and heart conditions are all examples. The goal is not to treat an episode but to keep the condition under control for as long as possible.
Ongoing care means regular review rather than occasional crisis care. We check your readings, your medication and your symptoms, adjust what needs adjusting, and help you build habits that fit your life rather than working against it.
Most people with a chronic condition can live a full and active life when it is well managed. Regular review is what makes that possible.
At your visit
What to expect
Every visit is a little different, but these are the steps you can expect for this service at Ikageng Health Centre.
Your readings
Blood pressure, glucose, weight or other measures relevant to your condition are checked and reviewed.
Medication review
An honest look at what you are taking, whether it is working for you, and any side effects you have had.
Symptoms and changes
We discuss anything that has changed since your last visit, including things that seem minor.
Treatment plan
Your plan is reviewed and adjusted where needed, with the reason for each change explained.
Related screening
Screening for conditions that commonly sit alongside long-term conditions is brought up to date.
Understanding your condition
Time is set aside for questions, so that you are able to manage your condition day to day with confidence.
Reasons to visit
Why people come to us
If any of these sound like you, please come in — or phone us first if you would like to talk it through before you do.
- You have been newly diagnosed with a long-term condition.
- You need a scheduled review or a repeat prescription.
- Your readings have changed, or your symptoms are not settling.
- You are having side effects from your treatment.
- You want help with day-to-day management such as diet, activity and medication routines.
Before you come
- Bring your clinic card or any records you have.
- Bring a list of any medication and supplements you take.
- Bring the results of any tests done elsewhere.
- Write down your questions beforehand — it helps.
- Bring someone with you if you would like support.
All of our conversations are private. You are welcome to ask questions at any point, and you can ask to speak alone.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
If your question is not answered here, phone us on 067 575 2528 — we are happy to talk it through.
What conditions do you monitor?
We monitor a range of long-term conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, heart conditions, asthma, HIV and epilepsy. Please phone us about your specific condition.
How often will I be seen?
It depends on your condition and how stable it is. Many people are seen every three to six months once things have settled, and more often while a treatment is being adjusted.
Can I bring my own readings?
Please do. Home measurements and results from other facilities are genuinely useful, and we will go through them with you rather than dismissing them.
What if I run out of medication?
Phone us before you run out and we will help you avoid a gap in your treatment. Do not stop a medication suddenly without advice.
Related
You might also need
Many of our services work hand in hand. These are the ones people ask about most often alongside chronic condition care.
Hypertension Screening
Blood pressure checks — a few minutes that can catch a condition with no symptoms at all.
Haemoglobin (Hb) Screening
A quick blood test for anaemia — the low iron that so often goes unnoticed.
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you need this service, a routine screening, or simply have a question about your health, we are here to help.