Every year on 14th November, World Diabetes Day is celebrated world-wide to increase awareness among people and masses. Extent support to this day in hope that the increased awareness will lead to more resources to fight the causes of diabetes and help fund research into improved treatment options.

1. World Diabetes Day
14th November 2013
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2. Diabetes is the common name for a range of conditions including diabetes mellitus type one and
diabetes mellitus type two, diabetes insipidus and gestational diabetes. These are all
conditions, which affect how the pancreas (an organ in the digestive system) secretes insulin or
how the body reacts to this hormone.
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3. • 285 Million People Suffer from Diabetes Globally
• It is Predicted by 2030, 438 million will suffer from Diabetes
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4. The symptoms of diabetes are very common and can easily be diagnosed, if you are aware of
the symptoms of diabetes. Here are some……
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5. These are the Best Predictors of Diabetes Risk
Age
Genetics
Lifestyle
Risk of Developing Diabetes
Either parents Diabetic – 15%
Both parents Diabetic – 75%
•Excess Weight
•Physical Inactivity
•Poor Diet
19 Yrs 20 Yrs 65 Yrs
&
&
&
Under Older Older
All
Male Female
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6. World Diabetes Day (WDD) is celebrated every year on November 14.
World Diabetes Day was created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization
in response to growing concerns about the escalating health threat that diabetes now poses.
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7. November 14th is a significant date in the diabetes calendar because it marks the birthday of the man
who co-discovered insulin, Frederick Banting.
Banting (right) discovered insulin in 1922, alongside Charles Best.(left)
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8. Each World Diabetes Day famous buildings and monuments all over the world are lit up in blue. This
powerful and striking image helps to spread the message about World Diabetes Day to diabetics and
non-diabetics alike.
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9. Dividing your plate into the following portions can help with weight management, diabetes control and
ensuring a balanced diet.
Protein
based foods
Nonstrachy
vegetables
Whole
Grain Foods
and starchy
vegetable
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Protein Based Foods
- Lean Meats
- Skinless
- Poultry
- Fish
- Shellfish
- Eggs
- Beans
- Lentils
Non – starchy
Vegetables
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cucumber
- Leeks
- Mushrooms
- Peppers
- Tomatoes
Whole Grain Foods
and Starchy
Vegetable
- Brown Rice
- Whole Grain Pasta
- Carrots
- Parsnips
- Potatoes
- Peas
- Sweet corn
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10. How to Manage Your Diabetes
Don’t Skip Medication
Follow
your
doctor’s
recommendations and do not
skip a dosage, even if you feel
fine.
Don’t Stress
Stress can complicate diabetes
so speak to someone if you ever
need support
Don’t Smoke
In Addition to its many other
dangers, smoking can harm your
circulatory system
Keep Teeth Healthy
Higher blood sugar levels lead to
an increased risk of tooth decay
and gum diseases
Check Blood Glucose
Keep track of your blood sugar
levels to stay in control of your
diabetes
Check Your Feet
Check your feet for daily
cuts, sores and swelling and call
your doctor if they don’t go away
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11. Diabetes means your blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels are too high. If you can't control your diabetes with wise
food choices and physical activity, you may need diabetes medicines. The kind of medicine you take depends on your
type of diabetes, your schedule, and your other health conditions. Details on various diabetes medicines are available
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12. Thank You
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