Efforts stepped up in war against diabetes

Efforts to prevent diabetes and - for those who already have it - mitigate its damage have been ramped up since 2016. There is now a wider range of healthier food options. Those with diabetes are also getting more support to help manage their condition, including programmes to address common complications such as eye problems, kidney failure and limb amputations. A report on the efforts was shared by the Ministry of Health yesterday.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on November 18, 2019, with the headline Efforts stepped up in war against diabetes. Subscribe