💨 Abstract

World Diabetes Day was observed on November 14, with the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Southeast Asia, Saima Wazed, emphasizing the need to combat the growing diabetes burden in the region. The theme for the day was "Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps." Diabetes affects approximately 246 million people in the WHO Southeast Asia Region, with uncontrolled diabetes leading to severe complications.

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