World Diabetes Day 2022: Date, History And Significance Of The Day

Team Latestly Nov 14, 2022 06:37 PM IST

World Diabetes Day is observed annually on November 14. The aim is to raise awareness about the disease. Diabetes mellitus (DM), commonly referred to as diabetes, is a group of metabolic diseases characterised by high blood sugar levels over a long period of time. As per the International Diabetes Foundation (IDF), the disease led to 67 lakh deaths in 2021. In order to prevent this disease, awareness is very significant. Lifestyle also plays an important role in causing diabetes. Watch the video to know more.

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