IDF2025 early rate closes soon, World Diabetes Day update, new D-Talk episode and more
International Diabetes Federation
The global advocate for people with diabetes, promoting diabetes care and prevention worldwide.
The early registration rate for our World Diabetes Congress 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, is available until 31 October. Register early to take advantage of our attractive rates and join our global audience of healthcare professionals, researchers, diabetes advocates, industry representatives and policymakers to help shape the future of diabetes.
World Diabetes Day 2024 – check out the new campaign resources
A selection of new World Diabetes Day resources are now available to download and share. Customise and use our assets to join the global diabetes community in raising awareness and supporting this year’s ‘Diabetes and Well-being' theme in November.
Online event: How registries can help tackle the global diabetes burden
On 1 October, we held an online event during which an expert panel presented an overview of national diabetes registries and data collection methods. If you missed it, watch the recording to learn the benefits of using data in clinical practice and how to leverage registry data to build policy-driven advocacy campaigns.
KiDS summer camps launched in China
The Kids and Diabetes in Schools (KiDS) programme was recently launched in China through a series of summer camps that provided psychological support for families of children with type 1 diabetes. Specialised sessions helped solidify the parent-child relationships and provided guidance on diabetes management in the school environment.
KiDS Global Survey report
Our Kids Global Survey report features key findings on the implementation of diabetes-related educational policies around the world. Based on a survey of our national member associations, the report details existing policies and programmes and identifies gaps where policy initiatives are needed.
New episode of D-Talk!
Tune in to our latest D-Talk podcast and join host Phyllisa Deroze and guests Professors Helena Backman and David Simmons as they explore diabetes during pregnancy, potential complications for both mother and baby and the importance of diabetes management for future pregnancies.
WHO diabetes-related stigma survey
For World Diabetes Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Diabetes Compact is inviting people with diabetes to share their experience of stigma and how this affects their diabetes management and well-being. You can participate by completing the online form by 6 October.
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World Heart Day – 29 September
This World Heart Day, we joined the campaign to lower the number of premature deaths from CVD! Read our blog to learn the link between diabetes and CVD, tips on managing your heart health, and how you can help the World Heart Federation reach its goal of 1 million+ signatures for the first global petition to prioritise heart health!
Global Week for Action on NCDs
The theme of the 2024 Global Week for Action on NCDs from 15-22 October is "Time to Lead". This year's campaign aims to motivate leaders worldwide to adopt effective approaches to reduce the burden of NCDs.
2024 Global NCD Alliance Forum
The NCD Alliance will be holding its 4th Global NCD Alliance Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, on 20-22 October. We will be present and organise a satellite session that will examine the diabetes impact in Africa and how integrated diabetes care can strengthen health systems.
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EASD 2024: new treatment options and insights on the causes of diabetes
The 60th edition of the annual European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) conference, held in Madrid from 9 -13 September, welcomed global experts to share the latest findings in diabetes research. Their presentations could shape the future of diabetes management and improve health outcomes.
Diabetes in South-East Asia: insights and advocacy efforts
The diabetes advocacy community in South-East Asia is taking on the rising impact of diabetes in the region. Efforts range from improving access to quality healthcare and affordable treatment options to promoting awareness and tackling stigma and discrimination.
Advocacy in the face of crisis
Whether natural or human-made, crises often affect people with diabetes similarly by impacting diabetes management and access to care. However, organisations and individuals can appeal to international laws and conventions, and relevant UN bodies, like WHO, to demand accountability.
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Internal Medicine Physician في Department of Health Abu Dhabi
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