Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Hosts Second Edition of ‘जनता के साथ-PGI का हाथ’
“Exercise is medicine”, Dr Vivek Lal, Director,PGI
Chandigarh: The Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at PGIMER hosted the second edition of ‘जनता के साथ-PGI का हाथ’ on February 17th, 2024 at the APC auditorium of PGIMER. The initiative aims to provide a common platform for general public, patients, and caregivers to discuss concerns related to diabetes, its prevention, and associated complications.
The interactive program was attended by 200 people, including patients, Endocrinologists, Nephrologists, Ophthalmologists, Transplant Surgeons, nursing professionals, and the general public. The event featured several talks on various aspects of diabetes, including gestational diabetes, diabetic retinopathy, diabetic hepatopathy, diabetic foot prevention, hypoglycemia cause and treatment, correct technique of insulin injection, and important lab investigations in patient with diabetes.
During the inaugural address, Prof. Vivek Lal emphasized the importance of exercise for healthy living and how it can help prevent diabetes. He said, “Exercise is medicine.” The program also had a panel discussion that included nephrologists, ophthalmologists, and bone mineral specialists from Henry Ford Hospital, USA. Prof. D. Sudhaker Rao shared tips on bone health and diabetes management with the audience.
The take-home message from the event was that preventing diabetes requires maintaining a healthy lifestyle through exercise and a healthy diet. For those already living with diabetes, controlling blood glucose and blood pressure levels is critical to preventing complications. Several Type 1 diabetes kids with best glycemic control were awarded prizes to purchase insulin and glucose strips.
Dr Sanjay Bhadada, Prof & Head along with faculty of Endocrinology delivered informative talks on diabetic care.
Speaking about the event, Prof. Sudhaker Rao congratulated Prof. Vivek Lal for taking the initiative to create a “Sangam” of patients, their family members, general public, and healthcare givers. The program was a great success in educating the public about diabetes and supporting those living with the condition.
