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World Diabetes Day 2023 Unveils Strategies for Diabetes Prevention and Care

World Diabetes Day, observed annually on November 14, emphasizes global awareness and support to combat diabetes. With a focus on 'Access to diabetes care' in 2023, the day promotes equal access to essential treatment worldwide.

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World Diabetes Day serves as a yearly reminder, falling on November 14, to raise awareness about diabetes, a prevalent global health issue affecting millions. The International Diabetes Foundation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) jointly established this day in 1991, gaining global recognition in 2006. The significance lies in commemorating Sir Frederick Banting's birth anniversary, co-discoverer of insulin in 1922, chosen to symbolize hope in diabetes treatment.

Diabetes, characterized by elevated blood sugar levels, stems from insufficient insulin production or ineffective insulin utilization by the body. This chronic condition can impact individuals of any age but is typically manageable through medications and lifestyle adjustments. Four primary diabetes types include Type 2, Pre-diabetes, Type 1, and Gestational diabetes.

The causes of diabetes vary, with factors such as insulin resistance, autoimmune diseases, hormonal imbalances, pancreatic damage, and genetic mutations playing roles. Recognizable symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, blurred vision, rapid weight loss, and slow wound healing.

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While autoimmune and genetic forms are challenging to prevent, adopting a healthy lifestyle can lower the risk of Type 2 and gestational diabetes. Measures like maintaining a balanced diet, regular physical activity, stress management, limited alcohol consumption, sufficient sleep, and refraining from smoking contribute to prevention. Medications prescribed by physicians aid in managing existing risk factors for heart disease associated with diabetes.

In 2007, the United Nations introduced the blue circle logo as a global symbol to heighten awareness of diabetes and its community. This emblematic gesture underscores the ongoing commitment to spreading awareness and promoting universal access to diabetes care, aligning with the theme for World Diabetes Day 2023.

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