When is World Diabetes Day?

Tuesday November 14th

World Diabetes Day, which takes place around the world on November 14th, raises concerns and provides education about a disease that affects more than 400 million adults worldwide.

World Diabetes Day - November 14

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that results in elevated blood sugar levels. i.e. It is also a leading cause of blindness, amputation, heart disease, and kidney disease. The condition in addition to causing severe medical problems, millions of premature deaths each year. In fact, diabetes has been one of the world's leading causes of death. In 2016, 1.6 million people died from diabetes, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). About 629 million adults will have diabetes by the year 2045, out of 629 million adults will have diabetes by the year 2045.

A large number of people affected by diabetes is a point of worry for global health care workers. Awareness, education, action, and analysis can all make a difference.. Type 2 diabetes is preventable in many instances.