World Diabetes Day being marked today
Summary
World Diabetes Day is being observed today with awareness programmes focused on prevention, early detection and better treatment. Health experts say healthy lifestyles and regular screening are key to reducing the risks and complications of diabetes.
Key Points
- World Diabetes Day is being marked across the globe on November 14 with awareness-raising programmes.
- The day aims to raise awareness about diabetes, reduce its risks, and improve access to prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
- The World Health Organization says overweight and obesity are major risk factors for diabetes, which can lead to blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, strokes and amputations.
- Diabetes specialist Dr Binaya Bhattarai says regular screening after age 35 and a healthy lifestyle are important for prevention and early detection.
