Overview:
Based on the high prevalence of diabetes in the Gulf countries, where the Gulf countries are among the most affected countries in the world, the Gulf Health Council agreed to raise awareness of diabetes.
Objectives:
- Raise awareness of the impact of diabetes in Gulf societies.
- Encourage early diagnosis, and increase awareness of ways to prevent diabetes, through following a healthy diet, and body exercises.
- Strengthen the role of the family’s health education in treatment and support of diabetic patients.
Theme:
Diabetes, prevention of its complications, and awareness of its warning signs.
Official Date:
Globally: November 8th-14th, 2024
Locally: Jumada Al-Awwal 6th – 12th, 1446H