World Diabetes Day

Special Cover on World Diabetes Day

A special cover has been issued today by Karnataka Postal Circle to create the awareness about diabetes. For more details about this special cover Lion Ajoy may be contacted E mail : lionajoy@gmail.com

World Diabetes Day - 14 November

World Diabetes Day raises global awareness of diabetes - its escalating rates around the world and how to prevent the illness in most cases. Started by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and WHO, the Day is celebrated on 14 November to mark the birthday of Frederick Banting who, along with Charles Best, was instrumental in the discovery of insulin in 1922, a life-saving treatment for diabetes patients.WHO estimates that more than 220 million people worldwide have diabetes. This number is likely to more than double by 2030 without intervention. Almost 80% of diabetes deaths occur in low and middle-income countries.

Backside of The Cover

Be Aware of the risks of diabetes and its warning signs

Be Aware of the steps to take in case of diabetes

Understand diabetes and take control

Watch Out For the Following Symptoms
• Increased urination
• Increased thirst
• Increased hunger
• Frequent infections
• Bedwetting
• Weight loss
• Fatigue
• Slow healing wounds
• Blurred vision

There are many risk factors for diabetes. They include:

• Sedentary lifestyle
• Obesity and overweight
• Unhealthy diet
• Increased age
• High Cholesterol and High blood pressure
• Ethnicity - Hispanics, Asians and African Americans report higher incidence of diabetes.
• Family history of diabetes
• History of gestational diabetes

It is recommended that those at high risk of diabetes undertake at least 30 minutes of daily exercise, which could be swimming, cycling, dancing, or brisk walking. Research has shown that regular walking for at least 30 minutes cuts the risk of diabetes by 35-40%.