World Diabetes Day: Why health education is important
Photo: Diabetes education session in Tonga, supported by SPC
This year’s theme for World Diabetes Day is ‘education to protect tomorrow’. It is a recognition that today we have more access to science literature and resources to improve the quality…
Access to Diabetes Care, If not now, when?
World Diabetes Day: Access to Diabetes Care, If not now, when?
by Berlin Kafoa
November 14th is World Diabetes Day, promoted every year in response to the increasing threats to health and sustainable development due to diabetes, experienced globally and…
Pacific nurses playing an integral role in diabetes management and prevention
Over the last months health care systems and practitioners have been firmly placed in the global spotlight. There is increasing recognition of health care workers dedication, passion & commitment towards improving people’s health and quality of life…
We know what Diabetes is- Let’s curb it
We know what Diabetes is- Let’s curb it
The Pacific region continues to advocate for a holistic approach with its efforts to addressing diabetes, an increasing catastrophe in the region other than extreme weather events. 14th November every year, marks…
World Diabetes Day 2017 - Statement by the Pacific Community Director-General, Dr Colin Tukuitonga
On 14 November, the Pacific Community (SPC) joins the world in commemorating World Diabetes Day (WDD). The theme of WDD 2017 is ‘Women and diabetes – our right to a healthy future’.
This year’s campaign promotes the importance of affordable and equitable…
Healthy shopping list and photo contest among actions for World Diabetes Day in THE Pacific
On World Diabetes Day, the Pacific Community (SPC) is calling on all Pacific Island countries and territories and the region’s development partners to maintain the momentum for urgent action to prevent and control diabetes.
Pacific Island people…