| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | World Diabetes Day |
| Date | 14 November (annual observance) |
| 2025 Theme | "Diabetes Across Life Stages" - Focuses on diabetes impact from childhood to old age. |
| Objective | Raise awareness, advocate for age-specific healthcare policies, and promote prevention/treatment. |
| Diabetes Definition | Chronic condition where the body cannot regulate blood sugar effectively, leading to organ damage. |
| Types of Diabetes | Type 1 (autoimmune), Type 2 (insulin resistance), Gestational (pregnancy-related), Prediabetes (warning stage). |
| Global Statistics | Over 828 million people had diabetes by 2022. Type 2 accounts for 90% of cases. India is among the top 3 countries with the highest diabetic population. 50% of cases remain undiagnosed. |
| Key Risk Factors | Obesity, poor diet, physical inactivity, genetics, aging, pregnancy, PCOS, high blood pressure/cholesterol. |
| Common Symptoms | Frequent urination, excessive thirst/hunger, weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, slow wound healing, numbness. |
| Management Strategies | Blood sugar monitoring, low-sugar/high-fiber diet, physical activity, mental health support, regular medical care. |
| Prevention Measures | Balanced diet, exercise, avoiding processed foods, maintaining weight, regular check-ups, quitting smoking/alcohol. |
| Complications | Heart disease, kidney failure, blindness, nerve damage. |
| WHO Recommendation | Life-course approach for prevention and care. |
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