The early screening, an essential tool in the fight against diabetes (a doctor)

Kinshasa, November 16^th, 2025 (CPA).- The early screening has been presented on Saturday in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), as an essential tool in the fight against diabetes, during an interview on the occasion of World Diabetes Day, celebrated on November 14^th of each year. ‘The early detection, the prevention and the management are essential tools in the fight against diabetes,’ has declared Dr Kessy Ndungi, a doctor at the ‘Good Samaritan’ hospital. This doctor has pointed out that today is Diabetes Awareness Day, an opportunity to highlight this disease, which has become a major public health issue that is far from being limited to the elderly, as diabetes now affects all age groups. ‘Diabetes is on the rise worldwide, affecting a considerable number of adults and children, and many remain undiagnosed,’ she has said. She has also advised avoiding overweight and obesity by engaging in regular physical activity and adopting a balanced diet rich in vegetables, fruit and fibre and low in sugar. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body does not properly use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels. This year’s theme is ‘Diabetes and Well-being.’ The campaign focuses on the impact of diabetes on mental health and the need for integrated care, as well as the importance of managing diabetes at every stage of life, from work to family, school and times of crisis. ACP/