Islamabad:World Diabetes Day will be observed tomorrow across the globe, including Pakistan. This year's theme is "Early Action on Diabetes."

According to Radio Pakistan, nearly 34.5 million people in Pakistan are affected by diabetes. The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasized the importance of prevention and early detection to ensure prompt treatment, adopt a healthy lifestyle, and prevent serious complications.

The WHO advised the public to maintain healthy diets, engage in at least 150 minutes of exercise per week, and undergo regular medical check-ups as crucial measures for preventing diabetes. The organization highlighted that more than 95% of people with diabetes have type-2 diabetes, which is often preventable through a healthy diet, limiting sugar and saturated fats, avoiding tobacco, and exercising regularly.

The WHO Representative in Pakistan, Dr. Luo Dapeng, stated that the organization stands with the Government of Pakistan and its people to continue strengthening prevention, early detection, and timely treatment of diabetes.