Empowering Diabetes Awareness: A Guide to Understanding and Managing Diabetes
Diabetes, a burgeoning global health concern affecting millions worldwide, manifests in diverse forms such as Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Sri Lanka, particularly the Colombo district, grapples with alarmingly high prevalence rates, reaching 31% among adults, marking it as Asia’s highest diabetes prevalence. In 2019, approximately 23% of Sri Lankan adults had diabetes, with 14.3% diagnosed and 8.7% undiagnosed. The prevalence of pre-diabetes in the country is reported to be around 15.57%. Complications and Consequences of Diabetes: A Quick Overview Diabetes triggers a cascade of complications affecting various organs. From cardiovascular issues and nerve damage to kidney dysfunction and…