International Diabetes Federation’s Post

World Diabetes Day on November 14th is more than just a date. It's a call to action for awareness and medical innovations for the millions affected by diabetes. KeyOps is changing the future of healthcare for the better. Request a demo today to see how our ondemand insights generation can impact the future of life sciences and healthcare: https://lnkd.in/eY-YDN4U #KeyOps #InnovationHealthCare #WorldDiabetesDay

🔹Today, we commemorate World Diabetes Day, a global awareness initiative aimed at increasing attention and knowledge about this condition. This date was established in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization in response to the growing number of diabetes cases worldwide.  The central theme for 2021-23 is "access to diabetes care," which highlights the need for equitable access to essential care, including raising awareness about how individuals with this disease can minimize their risk of complications.  At TECH, we reaffirm our commitment to the training and updating of healthcare professionals dedicated to addressing diabetes, with the goal of promoting the development of more effective treatments and practices that contribute to preventing and delaying the adverse effects caused by this condition.  Learn more about this pathology and the events scheduled for today here 👉🏼https://lnkd.in/dcJMsBe  #techtitute #WDD2023 #medicine #health

The European Association for the Study of Diabetes e.V. (EASD) 2023 congress is ending today. The diabetes landscape is changing, the ground is shaking with so many game changers for #diabetes management being discussed during these 5 days. Really looking forward to it translating into a new, more serene, world for #peoplewithdiabetes. #changingworld, #newera.

🚀 The implementation of corporate preventive services enables companies to increase protection while maintaining high productivity and performance. Health and well-being are priorities and our most precious asset. It is very important to detect diseases in early stages so they can be treated faster and more effectively. They affect not only the individual but also those around them negatively. According to the World Health Organisation, 80% of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and strokes are avoidable. 🤝 Brussels Medical Prevention Center's main activity is to support companies in creating a powerful cultural shift through preventive medicine. At an individual level, BMPC offers a series of scientific webinars and corporate events to help manage and improve health. Read our article to learn more about corporate benefits of prevention ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e4Jebtpc #CorporateWellness #PreventiveMedicine #CorporatePreventiveServices

On World Diabetes Day, we amplify the mission of the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization to promote coordinated and concerted actions to confront diabetes as a critical global health issue. We are proud to have worked in this space for almost two decades across hundreds of projects, helping to improve the safe and effective use of technology and medical devices for people living with diabetes. Learn more about your risk for diabetes and how to support prevention by visiting https://lnkd.in/dcJMsBe #worlddiabetesday

🌟 New Guidelines Alert! 🌟 Delve into the latest insights from the 2024 American Diabetes Association with our article, "The 2024 American Diabetes Association guidelines on Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes: key takeaways for laboratory." 👉 Click https://lnkd.in/gZpVkKsi to read more and stay ahead of the curve! 📱 Scan the QR code below to access the article instantly. #DiabetesCare #MedicalStandards #HealthcareProfessionals #ADAGuidelines

https://lnkd.in/eAGKe46H IDF Europe makes a very important point, more needs to be done. A comprehensive and targeted diabetes plan is needed to address the needs of the 32 million European citizens living with diabetes.

The Simple 2 home test kit for chlamydia and gonorrhea, authorized by the FDA, is a significant step towards managing the STI epidemic in the U.S. In 2021, around 1.6 million chlamydia cases and 710,151 gonorrhea cases were reported, reflecting a concerning trend. Factors contributing to this rise include antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea and decreased condom usage. This kit, accessible online and soon in pharmacies, offers a discreet and convenient testing option, as emphasized by Dr. Mina Kalantari from IHDLab. It aims to tackle challenges in STD testing and improve public health outcomes. #sexualhealth #stdawareness

Empowering health through screenings! In our recent NCD program, we screened 313 individuals, uncovering 22 pre-diabetes cases, 6 in the diabetic range, 52 pre-hypertensive, and 61 in the hypertension range. Many need follow-up measurements, reinforcing our commitment to proactive NCD healthcare. #HealthScreening #PublicHealth #NCDPrevention"

Here's a helpful summary of key takeaways from the updated American Diabetes Association European Association for the Study of Diabetes e.V. (EASD) 2022 consensus report put together by the WebMD UK (formerly MGP Ltd) Guidelines team with an expert commentary by myself https://lnkd.in/eVgx2BWg