Tag: Diabetes Africa
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World Diabetes Day 2024: A Wake-Up Call from WHO Africa Chief Dr. Moeti
Rising Diabetes in Africa: A Moment for Action World Diabetes Day 2024 arrives at a critical juncture for Africa, where diabetes prevalence is climbing amid rapid urbanization, shifts in diet, and declining physical activity. The World Health Organization’s Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, emphasizes that this trend is not merely a medical issue…
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World Diabetes Day 2024: Moeti Calls Africa to Action
World Diabetes Day 2024: Moeti’s Message for Africa As Africa faces a rising tide of diabetes, the World Health Organization’s regional leadership emphasizes unified action to curb this growing threat. Dr. Matshidiso Rebecca Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa, delivers a clear call: strengthen prevention, improve early detection, and ensure access to affordable care for…
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World Diabetes Day 2024: WHO Africa Chief Urges Action Against Rising Diabetes Rates
World Diabetes Day 2024: A Call to Action from WHO Africa As Africa faces a sharp rise in diabetes prevalence, the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa shared a compelling message from Dr. Matshidiso Rebecca Moeti, the Regional Director. The message underscores the urgent need to combat diabetes through prevention, early detection, and…