1.3 billion with Diabetes by 2050!
A series of studies published in ‘The Lancet’ estimates that the number of people living with diabetes will double by 2050. The researchers predict more than 1.3 billion people could suffer from the disease in 30 years – up from 529 million in 2021 – if there is no effort to address what they describe […]
NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
Pakistan – Half of Pakistan population at risk of diabetes! https://nation.com.pk/08-May-2018/half-of-pakistan-population-at-risk-of-diabetes USA – Why insulin costs are rising. https://health.usnews.com/health-care/for-better/articles/2018-06-29/whats-behind-the-rising-costs-of-insulin Commonwealth Countries – Health Ministers propose more action on preventing non-communicable diseases. http://www.asiantribune.com/node/91856 India – Study finds diabetes has become an epidemic in India, needs urgent attention http://www.asianage.com/life/health/170618/study-finds-diabetes-has-become-an-epidemic-in-india-needs-urgent-attention.html UK – NHS audit finds 90% of people […]
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A tax on sugary drinks sold in Seattle has produced more money than expected. Now City Hall is sorting out how best to put the healthy revenue from unhealthy — without moderation! — beverages back into the community. http://www.capitolhillseattle.com/2018/09/seattles-sweetened-beverage-tax-producing-healthier-than-expected-returns/ PDGN Vice-President Senator Mostafa Brahimi is winning his long battle to reduce obesity and prevent Type […]