World Diabetes Day

On December 20 2006, the General Assembly of the United Nations passed a landmark Resolution recognizing diabetes as a chronic, debilitating and costly disease. The Resolution designates World Diabetes Day as a United Nations Day to be observed every year starting in 2007.

The UN Resolution makes World Diabetes Day stronger than ever and provides the opportunity for a significant increase in the visibility of the campaign and an increase in government and media participation on or around November 14. The Resolution will ensure even greater reach for awareness-raising activities throughout the diabetes world.

World Diabetes Day on November 14th, offers the opportunity to take a look at the disease that's become the fourth leading cause of death worldwide. However, the good news is that millions and millions of people live and thrive with diabetes.

So, today, let's to pay attention to the (second UN) World Diabetes Day. Take care with your and your family and friends (if not everybody) health!

Visit International Diabetes Federation site