World Diabetes Day
Shocking WHO Report: 1 in 3 adults in South-East Asia now battling diabetes!
A World Health Organisation official has said one in three adults in the South-East Asia region suffers from diabetes.
On the occasion of World Diabetes Day, Dr Catharina Boehme, Officer-in-Charge for WHO South-East Asia, said over 279 million adults are living with diabetes in the region.
"Diabetes, a chronic metabolic disease, can lead to life-threatening damage to the heart, kidneys, nerves, and eyes if diagnosed late or managed poorly. It remains a significant challenge in South-East Asia, with over 279 million adults living with diabetes—one-third of the global burden—and a high number of undiagnosed, untreated, or poorly controlled cases," the official said.
"Only one in three adults with diabetes receives treatment across our region, and less than 15% have their blood glucose levels adequately controlled," he medical expert said.
WHO marks World Diabetes Day this year with the theme ‘Diabetes across life stages,’ recognising that every person living with diabetes should have access to integrated care and supportive environments and policies that promote health, dignity and self-management.
Speaking further on the disease, Dr Catharina Boehme said: "Children with diabetes needs timely and tailored care at home and school to help them grow, learn and thrive. Managing diabetes during pregnancy supports the health and future of both mother and baby, while older adults need ongoing support and knowledge to manage their condition and reduce the risk of complications."
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