November is the month where much emphasis is placed on the awareness and prevention of diabetes, the dreaded disease which affects a significant number of the population either directly or indirectly. The St. Lucia Diabetes and Hypertension Association has officially launched Diabetes Awareness month. According to the Ministry of Health, this disease is a global problem affecting approximately 6% of the world population and no effort must be spared in reducing the number of cases here in St. Lucia. President of the St. Lucia Diabetes and Hypertension Association, George Eugene, lamented the lack of support given to the association particularly by the authorities. Minister for Equity and Social Justice, Lennard ‘Spider’ Montoute, promised greater government support as the scourge of the disease affects the productivity of the nation. He indicated his desire to encourage more physical activity among the population. Massy Distribution Ltd, Massy Stores, LUCELEC and the St. Lucia Blind Welfare Association will collaborate with the Associaton for the observance of Diabetes awareness month under the theme “Eyes on Diabetes.”
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