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Goyarn Wongars Bega: bad sugar sickness (2004)

Author

Bega Garnbirringu Health Services Aboriginal Corporation

Publisher

Office of Aboriginal Health and Department of Health

City

Perth, Western Australia

Type

Audiovisual

Description

This video on diabetes was produced by Bega Garnbirringu Health Services Aboriginal Corporation, and funded by the Western Australian Office of Aboriginal Health and Department of Health.
The 14 minute video is accompanied by an explanatory booklet which outlines the different types of diabetes, symptoms, management, associated complications and methods of sugar level testing. The video contains 'Wongutha language', the meaning of which is provided in the booklet. Information about Bega Garnbirringu Health Services Aboriginal Corporation is also provided. The video is a useful resource for Aboriginal health workers and service providers in a variety of settings. Copies of the video can be ordered from the organisation.

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