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The theme for World Diabetes Day 2018 and 2019 is The Family and Diabetes.

The grade 6 students at the Al Muntazir Boys Primary school became the

ambassadors for the rest of the student body as they spoke to them during the

school assembly about diabetes. They highlighted how Over 425 million people

are currently living with diabetes and most of these cases are type 2 diabetes. It

is largely preventable through regular physical activity, a healthy and balanced

diet, and the promotion of healthy living environments.

They also emphasized how families have a key role to play in addressing the

modifiable risk factors for type 2 diabetes and must be provided with the

education, resources and environments to live a healthy lifestyle.

Members from the lions club international also visited the school as part of their

campaign with the aim to raise awareness of the impact that diabetes has on the

family and support network of those affected. As well as to promote the role of

the family in the management, care, prevention and education of diabetes.

Students shared stories of people who they know are affected by the illness and

how they can do something about it.

The children were excited to join the community as it walks 5.6 kms on 18th

November 2018 geared towards raising awareness and providing medical

facilities for diabetic patients.

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Miqdad & Ali speaking to students about diabetes