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World Diabetics Day

Theme

World Diabetics Day or World Diabetes Day is observed on Nov. 14 every year and this year’s theme is “The Nurse and Diabetes,” which focuses on recognizing the vital role of nurses in dealing with diabetes patients.

Significance

The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) aims to put the spotlight on the crucial role that nurses play in taking care of patients suffering from diabetes. Nurses are the frontliners in managing the condition as patients often seek initial assessments from them.

To date, nurses account for 59% of health professionals. There are 27.9 million nurses worldwide but only 19.3 million are professionally trained.

To address the rising diabetes cases and deaths, the World Health Organization said there should be an 8% yearly growth in the number of nurses worldwide. The IDF, therefore, calls for countries to educate and train more nurses.

Quotes

Here are some World Diabetes Day Sayings:

1- “Diabetes taught me discipline.” -Sonia Sotomayor

2- “I was determined to share my positive approach and not let diabetes stand in the way of enjoying my life.” -Paula Deen

3- “Life is not over because you have diabetes. Make the most of what you have, be grateful.” -Dale Evans