What is World Diabetes Day? Diabetes-related events are held around the world

What is World Diabetes Day (WDD)? Hello, this is Fusubon Owner. Today, November 14th, is World Diabetes Day.

What is World Diabetes Day (WDD)?

November 14th is an international day established by the World Health Organization (WHO) and marks the birthday of Frederick Banting, the discoverer of insulin. It was established by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and WHO in 1991 and officially recognized by the United Nations General Assembly in December 2006. On that day, events where blue lights are lit up are held around the world, and diabetes-related events and symposiums are held around the time of World Diabetes Day.

Number of diabetes patients in Japan

It is estimated that there are over 15% of the total population in Japan who are "diabetic" (approximately 10 million people) and "at risk of developing diabetes" (approximately 10 million people). *From the Diabetes Survey (2016)

Thoughts on World Diabetes Day

Carbohydrates are the only thing that directly raises blood sugar levels. I hope that carbohydrate restriction will become more widespread in Japan as well, and that the number of diabetes patients will decrease even a little. This would be fantastic if it could lead to a reduction in social insurance premiums, increased revenue and reduced expenditures in an era of a declining birthrate and aging population. Fusubon will do its best to contribute in some way to creating such a society. see you!