One hundred years after his birth, in 1991, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) created a day dedicated to diabetes awareness campaigns due to the explosive growth of the disease. On December 20, 2006 the United Nations (UN) resolution 61/225 adopted November 14 as World Diabetes Day (WDD). A day now celebrated around the globe.
The logo of the World Diabetes Day
That year, the blue circle became the global symbol of diabetes. A circle because it represents life and health in all cultures. The blue because it reminds the sky surrounding all nations. Overall, the shape and color represent the union of the global communities against diabetes.
A day celebrated around the world
World Diabetes Day 2016 elaborates on the theme '' Eyes on Diabetes''. The focus is on two important points: Screening for type 2 diabetes is important to modify its course and reduce the risk of complications; Screening for diabetes complications is an essential part of managing type 1 and type 2 of diabetes. World Diabetes Day is celebrated worldwide by more than 200 associations member of the International Diabetes Federation in over 160 countries, all Member States of the European Union, as well as by other associations and organizations, companies, health professionals and people with diabetes and their families.
What can you do on November 14?
- Wear blue clothes
- Organize a walk, a healthy meal
- Present a conference or a testimony
- Dress up the windows of your house of blue lights or convince your employer to make your workplace
Let your imagination make its way!
Do not forget to take pictures of your activities and to share it on various social media of Diabetes Québec and the International Diabetes Federation with the hashtag #WDD