14 November 2012
On 14 November 2012 the WHO African Region joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Diabetes Day, under the slogan “Diabetes: protect our future”. The commemoration reminds us of the absolute need to change unhealthy lifestyles and promote physical activity and healthy diet as an effective and low-cost means to prevent diabetes and thereby protect our future.
The theme chosen for this Day: “Diabetes Education and Prevention", rightly highlights the critical role of education and prevention in the fight against diabetes.
Message of the Regional Director, Dr Luis Gomes Sambo, on the Occasion of World Diabetes Day 2012