KATHMANDU: World Diabetes Day is being observed today in Nepal and across the globe with various awareness programs aimed at highlighting the risks, prevention, and treatment of diabetes.
The day was established in 2007 following a United Nations call urging member states to develop national policies suited to their health systems for the prevention and management of diabetes.
According to the World Health Organization, 422 million adults worldwide were living with diabetes in 2014, compared to just 10 million in 1980.
The rising prevalence of the disease is linked to obesity, unhealthy lifestyles, and insufficient physical activity. Maintaining a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking and alcohol are key preventive measures.
The WHO has stressed the need for countries to prioritize long-term health policies, raise public awareness, and promote lifestyle-friendly environments to curb the growing burden of diabetes.
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