On 26 November, a series of events will be held in Moscow to inform the public about the causes of diabetes mellitus, as well as its main symptoms and treatment methods.
The public event is being held in connection with World Diabetes Day, established by the WHO and the International Diabetes Federation in the early 1990s. Today, diabetes poses a serious threat to the health of the population of the Russian Federation—among the leading causes of death, it is surpassed only by cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Several public initiatives are planned as part of the event to provide information for people living with this challenging diagnosis:
Talks and presentations by physicians and psychologists on popular topics: “Diabetes During Pregnancy,” “Psychology and Diabetes in Children,” “Psychological Support for Parents of Children with Diabetes,” “Type 1 Diabetes in Adolescents,” “Practical Aspects of Insulin Administration Methods,” “Insulin Pump Therapy” and “Healthy Eating”;
Creative activities and introductory lessons for children in a play-based format.
The main objective is to provide information about diabetes mellitus and dispel the myths and misconceptions associated with it. This event is being held in our country for the second time. We want to demonstrate that, by following certain rules, people with diabetes can not only live fulfilling lives, but also pursue their dreams and achieve their goals.
Last year’s event generated considerable interest among people with diabetes, as well as their relatives and friends. More than 600,000 people took part. The promotional campaign was held in Krasnodar, St Petersburg and Moscow.
The public event is being held in connection with World Diabetes Day, established by the WHO and the International Diabetes Federation in the early 1990s. Today, diabetes poses a serious threat to the health of the population of the Russian Federation—among the leading causes of death, it is surpassed only by cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Several public initiatives are planned as part of the event to provide information for people living with this challenging diagnosis:
Talks and presentations by physicians and psychologists on popular topics: “Diabetes During Pregnancy,” “Psychology and Diabetes in Children,” “Psychological Support for Parents of Children with Diabetes,” “Type 1 Diabetes in Adolescents,” “Practical Aspects of Insulin Administration Methods,” “Insulin Pump Therapy” and “Healthy Eating”;
Creative activities and introductory lessons for children in a play-based format.
The main objective is to provide information about diabetes mellitus and dispel the myths and misconceptions associated with it. This event is being held in our country for the second time. We want to demonstrate that, by following certain rules, people with diabetes can not only live fulfilling lives, but also pursue their dreams and achieve their goals.
Last year’s event generated considerable interest among people with diabetes, as well as their relatives and friends. More than 600,000 people took part. The promotional campaign was held in Krasnodar, St Petersburg and Moscow.
