Resolve reiterated in war against diabetes in Bangalore
The city saw several events on the occasion of World Diabetes Day, which also coincided with Children’s Day. Manipal Hospital organised a programme, diaBEATes IT, in which over 30 children suffering from Type 1 diabetes participated. Enthusiastic children in the age group of 4-14 participated in various events that started as early as 7 am, setting the example of leading a joyous life despite health problems. The event was inaugurated by artist Raghu Dixit.
“One of the reasons why we are holding this event was to show that even children with diabetes can lead a normal life like others,” said Dr Shaila S Bhattacharya, consultant paediatrician and endocrinologist, Manipal Hospital.
She said that these children need to take more care of themselves than others. “Children with Type 1 diabetes need to take insulin on a daily basis and follow a strict diet. But, today unlike their routine life they are having fun,” said Bhattacharya.
To mark the day, the Rotary Club organised a walkathon flagged off by mayor SK Nataraj. Siddaiah, commissioner of Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagara Palike, was also present on the occasion. Participants walked holding banners with message of diabetes control. Information booklets on the disease were also distributed during the event.
Dr Shuchy Chugh, diabetes educator and a type 1 diabetic, said that diabetes was a serious concern in India. Changing lifestyle, increasing stress levels, a genetic pre-disposition and most seriously, neglect of timely screening and treatment have resulted in a pandemic in India.
VAGUS Super Speciality Hospital held a free diabetic screening camp at the hospital’s premises in Malleswaram. The camp was inaugurated by transport commissioner Bhaskar Rao. More than 200 people availed of the camp.
“Early screening and therapeutic interventions are very important. Once diabetes is diagnosed, lifestyle changes/interventions and drugs are most important to prevent or reduce the onset of diabetes,” said diabetalogist Dr Somshekar Reddy.
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