25 Aug 2024
14.7% Diabetes Rate in Bahrain: Mohammed bin Abdullah Predicts a Quarter of Gulf Residents Will Be Diabetic
During a recent health conference, Dr. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Supreme Council of Health, highlighted the alarming prediction that a quarter of the Gulf region's population is expected to suffer from diabetes in the coming years. The conference, attended by health experts and officials, discussed the rising prevalence of diabetes in Bahrain, where the current rate stands at 14.7%. The event emphasized the need for urgent action to address this growing health crisis, focusing on preventive measures, early diagnosis, and effective treatment strategies. The conference also explored the potential impact of diabetes on public health systems and the importance of collaboration between healthcare providers, government agencies, and the community to mitigate the disease's spread and reduce its long-term effects.