Peshawar
Speakers at the PIMA (Pakistan Islamic Medical Association) KP Pre-Convention Symposium warned of the devastating impact of diabetes in the country and emphasized the importance of lifestyle and dietary changes, along with physical activity, in managing this lethal disease for a healthier life.
The symposium, titled “Multidisciplinary Approach to Managing Diabetes,” took place at Peshawar Medical College. The event featured a distinguished panel of experts who discussed comprehensive strategies to address the rising prevalence of diabetes in Pakistan. Medical experts and students attended the symposium.
The panel included Prof. Dr. Hafeez ur Rahman, Dean of PMC; Prof. Dr. Sobia Sabir Ali, Prof. Dr. Suleman Elahi Akbar , Prof. Dr. Tehniat Ishaq, Prof. Dr. Safiullah j, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Irfan , Prof. Dr. Mir Ali Shah and Prof. Dr. Muhammad Zarin.
The symposium highlighted alarming statistics, revealing that every 3rd person in Pakistan is diabetic and every 4th is prediabetic. Experts stressed the need for diet ,exercise to control the disease.
Prof. Dr. Hafeez ur Rahman, Prof. Dr. Ayesha Abdullah, and Prof. Dr. Mohammad Aman Khan, Principal of PMC, presented shields to the speakers in appreciation of their valuable contributions. The event was organized by the PIMA, KP, chapter.
