Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 10: On the eve of “World Diabetes Day” to be observed on November 14, a Diabetes awareness programme was held here today at Govt Higher Secondary School (Migrant), Camp, Muthi where renowned Diabetologist, National Professor of Diabetes & National Chairman Scientific Committee (RSSDI), Dr. Jitendra Singh was the chief guest. The programme was organized by Pir Panchal, a social organization.
In his address, Dr. Jitendra Singh said that current theme of diabetes awareness is life style changes because how much the new inventions and discoveries in management and control of diabetes may be effective, the basic “Mantra” for successful control of diabetes is a life style based on regulated daily routine, balanced timely diet schedule, adequate level of physical activity and freedom from stress.
Dr. Jitendra Singh also explained why the date of November 14 was chosen as “World Diabetes Day” and elaborated that this was the date of birth of Dr. Bantings, one of the co-discoverers of Insulin which was the first breakthough for treatment of diabetes at a time when no anti-diabetic medicine was available.
Ramesh Hangloo presented a resume of diverse activities of Pir Panchal in last few years and announced that organization will continue to spread public awareness about diabetes
Led by Dr. Jitendra Singh, a team of doctors comprising Dr. Sandeep Dhar, Dr. Pankaj and others examined the patients and provided free medicines. Rajeev Sharma and his team conducted free blood tests for sugar and other parameters.
Others present on the occasion included Principal of the school Dr. A.K. Razdan, Social activist Balbir Ram Rattan, School Head Master Ramesh Bhat and Pir Panchal Secretary K.K. Koul.
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