Incidence of Diabetes to Double in 20 Years 4/2/2008
To date, diabetes has affected more than 180 million people in the world, making it the silent threat in the workplace, according to the International Labor Organization (ILO).
This is according to the World Health Organization, and the number is likely to double by 2030, echoed by Minette Rimando, an ILO senior communication.
Diabetes, a disease that attacks the pancreas and inhibits the way the body effectively process food as a source of energy, could be tied to many chronic conditions including heart disease, stroke and obesity.
It is a disease that is difficult to control and can be very expensive to manage. Meredith Bullamore of Geneva Social Observatory is currently developing a round-table series that would address diabetes and chronic disease in the workplace.
She added that complications from high blood sugar levels and poorly managed diabetes could lead to blindness, kidney failure and the loss of limb from diabetic neuropathy.
She cited the importance of balance and proper medication treatments with physical activity and a healthy diet to promote overall well-being and prolonged good health.
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