World Diabetes Day 2017 – Women And Diabetes
For World Diabetes Day 2017, JDRF is joining the international theme of women and diabetes, highlighting the women and girls doing great things to raise awareness of type 1 diabetes, supporting those with the condition, carrying out leading research, campaigning for change and much, much more. We are lucky to receive fantastic support from people of all genders, ages and backgrounds. Today, please join JDRF in highlighting women and type 1 diabetes. Is there a woman or girl you feel should be highlighted on World Diabetes Day? Get in touch with us on email:[email protected] or comment on JDRF UK’s social media posts. Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day (WDD) is celebrated annually on November 14. Led by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), World Diabetes Day was created in 1991 by IDF and the World Health Organization in response to growing concerns about the escalating health threat posed by diabetes. World Diabetes Day became an official United Nations Day in 2006 with the passage of United Nation Resolution 61/225. Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day Event At Uf Diabetes Institute To Focus On Women And The Disease
The University of Florida Diabetes Institute will hold a panel discussion featuring five female researchers in conjunction with World Diabetes Day on Tuesday. The topic of the panel discussion — women, diabetes and health equity — ties into the theme of this year’s international campaign. The event will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the George T. Harrell, M.D., Medical Education Building, 1104 Newell Drive, Gainesville. It is free and open to the public. “Our goal is to not only highlight the importance of diabetes as a whole, but to also convey its relevance to women’s health, the 2017 theme for World Diabetes Day as set forth by the International Diabetes Federation,” said Mark Atkinson, Ph.D., director of the UF Diabetes Institute and a professor in the UF College of Medicine’s departments of pathology and pediatrics. “The invited speakers will address a range of topics in both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes as they relate to women’s health. Importantly, the event will showcase the institute’s ongoing strategic commitment to promoting health equity for the communities we so proudly serve.” The panelists and their topics are Lisa Scarton, Ph.D., R.N., a postdoctoral associate in the UF College of Nursing, Type 2 diabetes and American Indian women and the role culture plays in diabetes self-management; Laura Guyer, Ph.D., a faculty member of the UF Center for Gender, Sexualities and Women’s Studies Research, the surprising results of an intersectional analysis of Type 1/Type 2 “no shows” in diabetes education; Sarah Westen, Ph.D., a postdoctoral fellow in pediatric psychology in the UF College of Public Health and Health Professions, insulin restriction in young women with Type 1 diabetes; Latoya O’Neal, Ph.D., an assistant professor of he Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day (wdd) 2017
BEGINS Press Release World Diabetes Day (WDD) 2017 The Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services joins the rest of the world in the observance of World Diabetes Day. World Diabetes Day is the world's largest diabetes awareness campaign and is observed every year on November 14. Observance of this day aims to highlight key issues related to diabetes reaching over 1 billion people in over 160 countries. The theme of World Diabetes Day (WDD) 2017 - 14 November - is Women and Diabetes, with the slogan "Our right to a healthy future", focusing on women currently living with diabetes and how women can self-manage their diabetes. The Director of Health Promotion and Advocacy Unit, Mrs. Aldora Robinson stated; “Diabetes is globally the 9th leading cause of death among women worldwide and locally 60.9% of persons diagnosed with diabetes in 2016 were women” She continued; “It is more difficult for women who have diabetes to become pregnant and in instances where they do, they are at risk of severe complications. We as women must take better care of our health, we need to act now.” Girls and women with diabetes experience a range of challenges. Power dynamics, gender roles and socioeconomic inequalities influence vulnerability to diabetes, exposing women to poor diet and nutrition and physical inactivity disproportionately. These factors also affect women’s access to health services and health seeking behavior, it also amplifies the impact of diabetes on women, particularly in developing countries. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of cardiovascular disease (CVD), blindness, kidney failure and lower-limb amputation. Mrs. Lakiesha Wilson, Nutritionist within the Primary Care Department called for women to take a deep look into their diet and stated; “In pre Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day 2017: 13 Things You Need To Know About The Chronic Disease
World Diabetes Day is held every year on Nov. 14 in an effort to raise awareness of the condition and help combat the increasing rates of diabetes across the world. For those who may still be unsure about the health risks posed by diabetes, here we round up some important facts and figures from the World Health Organisation (WHO), including how it can be prevented. Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar, or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Type 1 diabetes is characterized by deficient insulin production and requires daily administration of insulin. The cause of Type 1 diabetes is not known and it is not currently preventable. Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes may occur suddenly and include excessive excretion of urine (polyuria), thirst (polydipsia), constant hunger, weight loss, vision changes, and fatigue. READ MORE: Living with Type 1 diabetes Type 2 diabetes results from the body’s ineffective use of insulin. Type 2 diabetes comprises the majority of people with diabetes around the world, and is largely the result of excess body weight and physical inactivity. Symptoms of Type 2 diabetes may be similar to those of Type 1 diabetes but are often less noticeable. As a result, it can go undiagnosed for several years, and sometimes after the condition has already caused further complications. Diabetes is on the rise around the world, with the number of people living with the condition rising from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014. READ MORE: 15-year-old Canadian student develops EpiPen-like gadget for diabetes patients The global prevalence of diabetes among adults over 18 years of age has risen from 4.7 per cent in 1980 to 8.5 per cent in Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day 2017: Facts, Figures And What To Know About Prevention
World Diabetes Day (WDD) is held every year on Nov. 14 in an effort to raise awareness on the condition and help combat the increasing rates of diabetes across the world. For those who may still be unsure about the health risks posed by diabetes, here we round up some important facts and figures from the World Health Organisation (WHO), including how the disease can be prevented. Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar, or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Type 1 diabetes is characterized by deficient insulin production and requires daily administration of insulin. The cause of type 1 diabetes is not known and it is not currently preventable. Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes may occur suddenly and include excessive excretion of urine (polyuria), thirst (polydipsia), constant hunger, weight loss, vision changes and fatigue. Type 2 diabetes results from the body’s ineffective use of insulin. Type 2 diabetes comprises the majority of people with diabetes around the world, and is largely the result of excess body weight and physical inactivity. Symptoms of type 2 diabetes may be similar to those of type 1 diabetes, but are often less noticeable. As a result, it can go undiagnosed for several years, and sometimes after the condition has already caused further complications. Diabetes is on the rise across the world, with the number of people living with the condition rising from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014. The global prevalence of diabetes among adults over 18 years of age has risen from 4.7 percent in 1980 to 8.5 percent in 2014. Until recently, type 2 diabetes was seen only in adults but it is now also occurring increasingly frequently Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day was first introduced in 1991, and founded by both the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization. In reaction to the rise in cases of Diabetes worldwide, it was decided to choose a day of the year to raise awareness of Diabetes and related causes. The day chosen was the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, a medical scientist who co-discovered Insulin and was the first person to use it on humans. The theme of World Diabetes Day regularly changes. For example, the theme for the day between 2009 and 2013 was education and prevention, and in the past such themes have been used such as human rights, lifestyle, obesity, the disadvantaged and vulnerable, and children/teenagers. Various events around the world mark the day including raising awareness in the media, lectures and conferences, sporting events, and leaflet/poster campaigning. “Going blue” is another global event to mark the day, where people wear blue and landmark buildings and monuments around the world are lit up in blue, to help spread awareness of the day. Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day Quiz
This month we will recognize World Diabetes Day, the largest diabetes awareness campaign that aims to reflect the realities of dealing with this chronic condition and promote the importance of affordable and equitable access to education, care, and treatment for all women at risk of or living with diabetes. Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day
This year, the theme of World Diabetes Day is ”Women and Diabetes – Our Right to a Healthy Future,” advocating for affordable and equal access for all women at risk for and living with diabetes to the essential medicines, technologies, self-management education and information they need to achieve optimal health outcomes and prevent type 2 diabetes. FOR PEOPLE WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES, EFFECTIVE BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL IS ESSENTIAL TO AVOID LONG TERM HEALTH COMPLICATIONS, INCLUDING: Diabetes is a chronic and progressive disease that affects approximately 425 million adults worldwide and is considered one of the most challenging health problems of the 21st century. In fact, almost 200 million women are living with diabetes worldwide – that’s one in every 10 women. Type 2 diabetes accounts for approximately 90% of all diabetes cases. Diabetes imposes a significant economic burden on national health systems, government and individuals. Recognizing the challenges of living with diabetes, MSD is a proud supporter of World Diabetes Day and is dedicated to empowering patients and advocating to help them live healthier lives with diabetes. We are deeply committed to diabetes and will continue to collaborate with academic and industry partners to help advance the care of patients with diabetes, and to research and develop innovative treatment options. Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day 2017
Women and diabetes: Our right to a healthy future On World Diabetes Day 2017, PAHO/WHO joins partners around the world to highlight women's right to a healthy future. Around 8% of women – or 205 million women – live with diabetes worldwide. During pregnancy high blood glucose substantially increases the risk to health for both mother and child as well as the risk of diabetes for the child in the future. Almost half of women who die in low-income countries due to high blood glucose die prematurely, before the age of 70 years. Uncontrolled diabetes is a major cause of blindness, kidney failure, heart attack, stroke and lower limb amputation. Healthy diet, physical activity, maintaining healthy body weight and avoiding tobacco use can prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. Diabetes can be controlled and its complications avoided or delayed with medication, regular follow up care and self management. Ensuring such actions form part of the recommendations of WHO's Global report on diabetes launched in 2016. Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day 2017
This year, the theme of World Diabetes Day is ”Women and Diabetes – Our Right to a Healthy Future,” advocating for affordable and equal access for all women at risk for and living with diabetes to the essential medicines, technologies, self-management education and information they need to achieve optimal health outcomes and prevent type 2 diabetes. FOR PEOPLE WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES, EFFECTIVE BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL IS ESSENTIAL TO AVOID LONG TERM HEALTH COMPLICATIONS, INCLUDING: Diabetes is a chronic and progressive disease that affects approximately 425 million adults worldwide and is considered one of the most challenging health problems of the 21st century. In fact, almost 200 million women are living with diabetes worldwide – that’s one in every 10 women. Type 2 diabetes accounts for approximately 90% of all diabetes cases. Diabetes imposes a significant economic burden on national health systems, government and individuals. Recognizing the challenges of living with diabetes, Merck is a proud supporter of World Diabetes Day and is dedicated to empowering patients and advocating to help them live healthier lives with diabetes. We are deeply committed to diabetes and will continue to collaborate with academic and industry partners to help advance the care of patients with diabetes, and to research and develop innovative treatment options. Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day 2017: Important Facts, Figures You Must Know
World Diabetes Day (WDD) is held every year on November 14 in an effort to raise awareness of the condition and help combat the increasing rates of diabetes across the world. For those who may still be unsure about the health risks posed by diabetes, here we round up some important facts and figures from the World Health Organisation (WHO), including how it can be prevented. - Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar, or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. - Type 1 diabetes is characterized by deficient insulin production and requires daily administration of insulin. The cause of type 1 diabetes is not known and it is not currently preventable. Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes may occur suddenly and include excessive excretion of urine (polyuria), thirst (polydipsia), constant hunger, weight loss, vision changes, and fatigue. - Type 2 diabetes results from the body's ineffective use of insulin. Type 2 diabetes comprises the majority of people with diabetes around the world, and is largely the result of excess body weight and physical inactivity. - Symptoms of type 2 diabetes may be similar to those of type 1 diabetes, but are often less noticeable. As a result, it can go undiagnosed for several years, and sometimes after the condition has already caused further complications. - Diabetes is on the rise across the world, with the number of people living with the condition rising from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014. - The global prevalence of diabetes among adults over 18 years of age has risen from 4.7% in 1980 to 8.5% in 2014. - Until recently, type 2 diabetes was seen only in adults but it is now also occurring increasingly frequently in chi Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day 2017
The theme of World Diabetes Day 2017 is Women and diabetes - our right to a healthy future. The campaign will promote the importance of affordable and equitable access for all women at risk for or living with diabetes to the essential diabetes medicines and technologies, self-management education and information they require to achieve optimal diabetes outcomes and strengthen their capacity to prevent type 2 diabetes. IDF will release campaign materials from May through to September to help the diabetes and wider WDD stakeholder community to prepare for World Diabetes Day on 14 November. Key messages All women with diabetes require affordable and equitable access to care and education to better manage their diabetes and improve their health outcomes. Supporting facts There are currently over 199 million women living with diabetes. This total is projected to increase to 313 million by 2040. Two out of every five women with diabetes are of reproductive age, accounting for over 60 million women worldwide. Diabetes is the ninth leading cause of death in women globally, causing 2.1 million deaths per year. Women with type 2 diabetes are almost 10 times more likely to have coronary heart disease than women without the condition. Women with type 1 diabetes have an increased risk of early miscarriage or having a baby with malformations. What needs to be done Health systems must pay adequate attention to the specific needs and priorities of women. All women with diabetes should have access to the essential diabetes medicines and technologies, self-management education and information they need to achieve optimal diabetes outcomes. All women with diabetes should have access to pre-conception planning services to reduce risk during pregnancy. All women and girls should have access Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day 2017 In Kyiv At Nsc “olympic”
November 12, 10:00 to 18:00 Ukrainian Diabetes Federation wуllcomes you to the DiaForum-2017, which this year is dedicated to the theme “Woman and Diabetes” In the program: “Road Map of Life with Diabetes” You visit the areas: active lifestyle, medical care; healthy eating and foods; beauty and cosmetology; psychological rehabilitation You will have the opportunity to find out: o How to prevent the development of type 2 diabetes o How to organize a healthy diet of your family; o How to save a beautiful smile as well as about: o Something that we don’t know about school food o Innovations in diabetic care o Foot care from A to Z, o Legal Aspects and Confronting Social Discrimination and more. The soul of the World Diabetes Day at “Olympiyskiy” – Bogdan Benyuk, favorite national artist, will sincerely help to lead an information campaign. Together with the maestro, you will congratulate a fun children’s fashion show, where the models will be young Ladies with diabetes. You will have the opportunity to get acquainted with people who manage to manage their diabetes, who bravely overcome life obstacles and win. Happy and successful women, leaders of the diabetes movement, the team of the players of DiaEuro Ukraine, travelers and just the good people will communicate with you. A separate part of the program of the World Diabetes Day in Ukraine is Auto Quest Diabetes Mon dial. An interesting complicated program of auto quest, starting on November 11 at 10 o’clock near the Central Marriage Palace on Victory Avenue, will capture active quest-gamers (by the way, join us! Details on our site World Diabetes Day determines the importance of the problem (every 12 people in Ukraine have diabetes, but only 1 out of 2 are aware of their diagnosis!) WDD reminds that Continue reading >>
World Diabetes Day 2017: What To Know...
World Diabetes Day (WDD) is held every year on November 14 in an effort to raise awareness of the condition and help combat the increasing rates of diabetes across the world. For those who may still be unsure about the health risks posed by diabetes, here we round up some important facts and figures from the World Health Organisation (WHO), including how it can be prevented. Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar, or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Type 1 diabetes is characterized by deficient insulin production and requires daily administration of insulin. The cause of type 1 diabetes is not known and it is not currently preventable. Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes may occur suddenly and include excessive excretion of urine (polyuria), thirst (polydipsia), constant hunger, weight loss, vision changes, and fatigue. Type 2 diabetes results from the body's ineffective use of insulin. Type 2 diabetes comprises the majority of people with diabetes around the world, and is largely the result of excess body weight and physical inactivity. Symptoms of type 2 diabetes may be similar to those of type 1 diabetes, but are often less noticeable. As a result, it can go undiagnosed for several years, and sometimes after the condition has already caused further complications. Diabetes is on the rise across the world, with the number of people living with the condition rising from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014. The global prevalence of diabetes among adults over 18 years of age has risen from 4.7% in 1980 to 8.5% in 2014. Until recently, type 2 diabetes was seen only in adults but it is now also occurring increasingly frequently in children. Diabete Continue reading >>
