18 Aug 2024
Collaborative Approach Holds the Key to Success in Managing Diabetes
The article by Dr. Wiam Hussain discusses the growing challenge of diabetes, particularly type 2 diabetes, in the Gulf region and globally. Over the past four decades, the prevalence of diabetes has dramatically increased, largely due to changes in lifestyle and the adoption of a Westernized way of living. This rise in diabetes cases is becoming one of the major public health challenges of the 21st century, with significant social and economic impacts.
Dr. Hussain emphasizes that more than 246 million people worldwide currently have diabetes, with this number expected to exceed 380 million by 2025. The Gulf countries are particularly affected, with some of the highest diabetes prevalence rates in the world. Despite the severe consequences of diabetes, including blindness, kidney failure, amputations, and heart disease, public awareness about the disease remains low.
The article advocates for a collaborative approach involving governments, healthcare professionals, and the public to address the diabetes epidemic. Dr. Hussain stresses the importance of prioritizing diabetes in healthcare agendas and participating in global initiatives like World Diabetes Day to raise awareness and implement effective strategies for managing the disease.