National Diabetes Week 9-15 July
National Diabetes Week, which begins 9 July and finishes on the 15 July, will be targeting the entire Australian community.
Diabetes is the fastest growing non-infectious disease in the world. For every person who has diabetes there is another person who has it and doesn’t know.
Diabetes is a serious health condition. There is no cure. If left untreated it can cause heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, blindness, amputation, and erectile dysfunction. If diagnosed early, diabetes can be effectively managed and the risk of serious health problems greatly reduced.
Type 2 diabetes, the most common form of diabetes, can be successfully managed or even prevented by maintaining a healthy weight, engaging in regular physical activity and having healthy eating patterns.
Diabetes Australia will be engaging in a number of promotional activities as part of National Diabetes Week. To find out what is happening in your state or territory visit www.dontignorediabetes.com.au
