World Diabetes Day: How diabetes can affect your mental health
3 years, 1 month ago

World Diabetes Day: How diabetes can affect your mental health

Hindustan Times  

World Diabetes Day 2021: While diabetes is known to increase risk of many diseases from heart ailments, stroke to kidney diseases, the metabolic disorder's impact on mental health is no less. Similarly, dealing with diabetes is not a one-directional job, it brings a lot of mental health issues with it which is known as diabetes distress and adversely affects your mood. Common mental health issues in diabetics There are certain mental health conditions that could be triggered by imbalance in sugar levels such as low energy, being lethargic, anxiety, and irritation. "A person living with diabetes and mental health comorbidities leads to a compromised adherence to treatment and thus increases the risk for serious short- and long-term complications resulting in blindness, amputations, stroke, cognitive decline, decreased quality of life, and premature death," says Dr Puri.

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Anxiety, financial burden, fear of complication: Struggles of living with diabetes
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Anxiety, financial burden, fear of complication: Struggles of living with diabetes

India Today  

India is facing a growing burden of diabetes, with incidence in younger people increasing exponentially in the past few years. The research by the International Diabetes Federation, an umbrella organisation of over 240 national diabetes associations, revealed that 86% of diabetics in India have experienced anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions. The Mental Stress of a Diabetic Given that …

World Diabetes Day 2024: Theme, history, significance, celebrations, and quotes
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World Diabetes Day 2024: Theme, history, significance, celebrations, and quotes

India Today  

World Diabetes Day is celebrated globally on November 14 every year. THE THEME THIS YEAR The theme for World Diabetes Day 2024 is 'Access to Diabetes Care: Empowering Better Health for All.' By raising awareness, World Diabetes Day encourages governments, healthcare systems, and individuals to take proactive steps toward healthier lifestyles, better healthcare policies, and innovation in diabetes treatment and …

Diabetes complications affect mental health and vice-versa: Study
4 months ago

Diabetes complications affect mental health and vice-versa: Study

India TV News  

A study has discovered a bidirectional relationship between diabetes-related complications, such as heart attacks and strokes, and mental health issues, including anxiety and depression. Researchers noted that this link might also be "less direct," as both diabetes complications and mental health conditions share common risk factors, like obesity and challenges in managing blood sugar levels, which increase the likelihood of …

World Diabetes Day 2023: Know the connection between diabetes and cardiovascular health
1 year, 1 month ago

World Diabetes Day 2023: Know the connection between diabetes and cardiovascular health

India TV News  

The intertwined tale of diabetes and cardiovascular health unfolds in a delicate dance of influence. According to Dr Priyamvada Tyagi, Consultant – Endocrinologist, Endocrinology & Diabetes, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, as diabetes tightens its grip, the cardiovascular system bears the brunt. In this story of intertwined fates, the protagonists—those battling diabetes and safeguarding cardiovascular health—navigate a challenging plot, where …

World Diabetes Day 2023: Myths And Facts About Diabetes
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World Diabetes Day 2023: Myths And Facts About Diabetes

News 18  

World Diabetes Day, observed annually on November 14th, is a global campaign that aims to raise awareness about diabetes, its prevention, management, and the urgent need for better healthcare for those affected by the condition. Shivani Bajwa, Founder, YogaSutra Holistic Living, India’s Leading Functional Medicine Health Clinic debunks myths surrounding diabetes Myth 1: No one in my family has diabetes, …

World Diabetes Day 2023: Five symptoms of type 2 diabetes you should not ignore
1 year, 1 month ago

World Diabetes Day 2023: Five symptoms of type 2 diabetes you should not ignore

India TV News  

World Diabetes Day is observed every year on November 14 to raise awareness and educate people about diabetes. This year, on World Diabetes Day 2023, we want to focus on one type of diabetes in particular – type 2 diabetes. If left untreated, type 2 diabetes can lead to serious health complications such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and …

World Mental Health Day 2023: Different Types of Mental Health Conditions and Their Symptoms
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World Mental Health Day 2023: Different Types of Mental Health Conditions and Their Symptoms

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World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10, serves as a vital reminder to prioritise mental health. Understanding the various types of mental health conditions and being able to recognise their symptoms is essential in promoting early intervention and providing much-needed support. Let’s delve deeper into different types of mental health conditions and the key symptoms to look out …

World Health Day 2023: 8 chronic illnesses that are becoming common in post Covid-19 world
1 year, 8 months ago

World Health Day 2023: 8 chronic illnesses that are becoming common in post Covid-19 world

Hindustan Times  

Covid-19 cases have been on rise in the past couple of weeks in India, but the virus is no longer perceived as a threat it earlier was. These may deteriorate the quality of life of people with pre-existing respiratory conditions like Asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease," says Dr Gupta. Heart diseases "The risk of cardiovascular or heart complications eg …

World Diabetes Day 2022: History, significance and theme of this year
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World Diabetes Day 2022: History, significance and theme of this year

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Today is World Diabetes Day. World Diabetes Day 2022: History World Diabetes Day was established by the International Diabetes Foundation in collaboration with the World Health Organization in 1991. World Diabetes Day 2022: Significance It is significant to know about the day because of the newly emerging sedentary lifestyle. Therefore, this day is celebrated to combat this widespread disease and …

World Diabetes Day 2022: Travel hassle-free with diabetes this holiday season
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World Diabetes Day 2022: Travel hassle-free with diabetes this holiday season

Hindustan Times  

One of the best parts of travelling anywhere is exploring a new culture through its cuisine however, experiencing local delights can be tricky if you're travelling with diabetes. World Diabetes Day 2022: Travel hassle-free with diabetes this holiday season In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Ganesh Kadhe, Associate Director of Nutrition Medical and Scientific Affairs at Abbott, suggested some …

World Mental Health Day 2022: Diabetes to arthritis; 5 chronic diseases that can lead to depression
2 years, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2022: Diabetes to arthritis; 5 chronic diseases that can lead to depression

Hindustan Times  

World Mental Health Day 2022: Living with a chronic disease like diabetes, arthritis or kidney disease is stressful. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, fatigue, difficulty in focussing, weight loss or weight gain, loss of interest in daily activities and in extreme cases suicidal thoughts. If one is suffering from diabetes watch out for the symptoms of depression like hopelessness, …

Mental health issues arising from type 1 diabetes need attention, community says
2 years, 4 months ago

Mental health issues arising from type 1 diabetes need attention, community says

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For the past 20 years, Ash Byrne has had to inject herself with insulin daily, carefully monitor her blood sugar, and attend countless medical appointments to keep herself alive as she has battled through the lows and highs of having type 1 diabetes. Ms Byrne said her mum got her the help she needed, but she was treated for depression …

World Diabetes Day 2021: Date, theme, history and tips to control diabetes
3 years, 1 month ago

World Diabetes Day 2021: Date, theme, history and tips to control diabetes

India Today  

World Diabetes Day aims to create a platform to promote IDF advocacy efforts throughout the year, and a global driver to promote the importance of taking coordinated and concerted actions to confront diabetes as a critical global health issue. World Diabetes Day 2021: Date World Diabetes is marked every year on November 14 on the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, …

World Diabetes Day 2021: Early Warning Signs of the Silent Killer and Ways to Overpower it
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World Diabetes Day 2021: Early Warning Signs of the Silent Killer and Ways to Overpower it

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November 14 commemorates World Diabetes Day. Ahead of the international day, let’s take a look at the early warning signs of diabetes and how to overpower it and stay healthy: INCREASED FREQUENCY OF URINATION In type 2 diabetics, the urgency to urinate increases as the kidney tries to get rid of the excess amount of glucose from the blood. Read: …

World Diabetes Day 2021: Theme, History and Significance
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World Diabetes Day 2021: Theme, History and Significance

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This November 14 marks the World Diabetes Day. World Diabetes Day 2021: History This day came into existence in 1991 when the International Diabetes Federation and WHO decided to take up this diabetes awareness initiative as the number of people suffering from this chronic illness increased all over the world. World Diabetes Day 2021: Significance Diabetes has been a cause …

World Diabetes Day: 10 common diabetes myths busted
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World Diabetes Day: 10 common diabetes myths busted

Hindustan Times  

World Diabetes Day: Diabetes, one of the fastest growing disease worldwide, has become a cause of concern for many who are increasingly leading a sedentary lifestyle with faulty eating habits and high levels of stress. BUSTING MYTHS Myth 1: Diabetes is caused by eating sweet food or sugar Fact: "The truth is there are multiple contributing factors in occurrence of …

World Diabetes Day: How to prevent, manage type 2 diabetes to protect your heart
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World Diabetes Day: How to prevent, manage type 2 diabetes to protect your heart

Hindustan Times  

In response to growing concerns about the health and economic threat posed by diabetes, World Diabetes Day was established in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation with support from WHO and became an official UN day in 2006. World Diabetes Day: How to prevent, manage type 2 diabetes to protect your heart In the lead-up to and on 14 November, …

Malaika Arora makes a confession before World Mental Health Day: I survived because of yoga
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Malaika Arora makes a confession before World Mental Health Day: I survived because of yoga

Hindustan Times  

Mental Health Day 2021: Our mental health is as important as our physical health. And a day before the world celebrates World Mental Health Day 2021, on October 10, Bollywood's OG yogini Malaika Arora highlighted the same. Malaika Arora makes a confession before World Mental Health Day: I survived because of yoga World Mental Health Day will be celebrated on …

World Mental Health Day 2021: 5 health problems that depression can cause
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World Mental Health Day 2021: 5 health problems that depression can cause

Hindustan Times  

World Mental Health Day 2021: Depression, one of the most common illnesses, affects about 15-20 percent of the population. Depression has a close relation with stress Depression has a close relation with stress and the disease changes the way our brain functions and can increase risk of various physical health problems. Depression leads to increase in stress hormones like cortisol …

World Obesity Day 2021: Did you know obesity may affect woman's fertility
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World Obesity Day 2021: Did you know obesity may affect woman's fertility

India Today  

World Obesity Day 2021: Obesity is a condition in which excess amounts of fat accumulate in the body and can be potentially harmful to one's health. In order to spread awareness on this condition by aspiring to tackle the root of the problem, World Obesity Day is observed every year on March 4 to help create a better future. In …

World Diabetes Day 2020: Theme, date, history, significance and all you need to know
4 years, 1 month ago

World Diabetes Day 2020: Theme, date, history, significance and all you need to know

India Today  

World Diabetes Day is observed on November 14 each year. World Diabetes Day falls during a global Covid-19 pandemic that has already taken the lives of well over a million people. World Diabetes Day 2020: Theme The theme for World Diabetes Day 2020 is The Nurse and Diabetes. World Diabetes Day 2020: History World Diabetes Day was created in 1991 …

World Mental Health Day 2020: Importance and Why This Day is Used to Raise Awareness
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World Mental Health Day 2020: Importance and Why This Day is Used to Raise Awareness

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Every year on October 10, World Mental Health Day is observed globally. World Mental Health Day was first held in 1992, as a result of global advocacy by the World Federation for Mental Health, an organisation which now operates in more than 150 countries. “World Mental Health Day is an opportunity for the world to come together and begin redressing …

World Mental Health Day 2020: A Look at This Year's Theme and How You Can Participate
4 years, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2020: A Look at This Year's Theme and How You Can Participate

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World Mental Health Day is celebrated to create awareness among people about mental health issues like depression, anxiety and other mental illness. The theme of the World Mental Health Day 2020 is related to the need for investment in mental health. According to the World Federation for Mental Health, the World Mental Health Day theme in 2020 is “Mental Health …

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