November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and is dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes, promoting education, and advocating for improved care and support for those affected by the condition. This month-long campaign seeks to improve the public understanding of diabetes, address common misconceptions, and reduce the stigma often associated with the condition. It also provides a platform for people living with diabetes to share their stories, foster a sense of community, and encourage advocacy efforts. Diabetes Awareness Month is important as the prevalence of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes is increasing.
Diabetes is a chronic health condition characterised by the body’s inability to properly regulate blood sugar levels. There are three primary types of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. Each type of diabetes presents unique challenges, requiring tailored approaches to management and treatment. During Diabetes Awareness Month, organisations work to educate the public on these differences and the importance of early diagnosis.
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Diabetes is a growing global health issue. Increasing diabetes awareness can lead to earlier diagnoses, better management, and a decrease in related complications such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. Diagnosing diabetes is important, as the earlier a diagnosis is given, the earlier the patient can take action to manage the condition and delay complications. Type 1 diabetes is typically treated with insulin, a hormone that lowers blood glucose. Type 2 diabetes can be treated with a combination of lifestyle changes and medication such as pills and insulin.
According to leading data and analytics company GlobalData’s Pipeline database, diabetes care devices are the leading market by pipeline products, with more than 250 active products in the pipeline. These devices include digital therapeutics, continuous glucose monitors, contrast agents for diagnostics, and more. Many of the diabetes care devices in the pipeline are expected to be approved in 2025, and many more will be approved during 2026-29.
The creation of a treatment plan is crucial when it comes to diabetes, as there are several cooccurring conditions associated with diabetes, including vision loss, heart disease, kidney disease, foot ulcers, and lower limb amputations. The risk of complications can be reduced through lifestyle management such as not smoking, being active, controlling blood pressure, eating healthy foods, and monitoring blood glucose levels. Diabetes Awareness Month plays a critical role in promoting understanding and support for the millions of people affected by diabetes globally. By highlighting the realities of living with diabetes, addressing misconceptions, and emphasising the importance of early detection and effective management, Diabetes Awareness Month will make strides towards reducing the overall impact of diabetes on individuals and society.
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