Islamabad:World Diabetes Day will be observed tomorrow across the globe, including in Pakistan, with a focus on the theme "Early Action on Diabetes."
According to Radio Pakistan, the World Health Organization (WHO) has highlighted that nearly 34.5 million people in Pakistan are affected by diabetes. The organization emphasized the importance of prevention and early detection of the disease to ensure prompt treatment, a healthy lifestyle, and the prevention of serious complications.
The WHO advises adopting healthy diets, engaging in at least 150 minutes of exercise per week, and undergoing regular medical check-ups as crucial measures to prevent diabetes. The organization noted that over 95% of people with diabetes have type-2 diabetes, which is often preventable through a healthy diet. This includes limiting sugar and saturated fat consumption, avoiding tobacco, and exercising regularly.
Dr. Luo Dapeng, the WHO Representative in Pakistan, stated that the WHO supports the Government of Pakistan and its people in strengthening the prevention, early detection, and timely treatment of diabetes.
