ISLAMABAD
\nPrime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif while directing to work out a comprehensive and effective strategy to counter growing challenge of diabetes in effective way has said that paying special attention to prevention, timely diagnosis and public awareness beside treatment of disease is need of hour.
\nHe said this while talking to a delegation of national and international endocrinology and diabetes specialists, which called on him in Islamabad Saturday.
\nThe Prime Minister emphasized that prioritizing disease prevention alongside treatment is essential to tackling the growing health challenge posed by diabetes.
\nHe further directed to take effective measures to promote a healthy lifestyle among youth, particularly college and university students.
\nThe Prime Minister stressed the need to promote public awareness regarding the adoption of a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and healthy lifestyle habits at national level.
\nHe said awareness related to diabetes prevention, timely diagnosis and healthy lifestyle should be disseminated through television, radio, digital platforms and other media of communication.
\nShehbaz Sharif said a clear policy and an actionable plan aligned with national priorities are essential to preventing diabetes. He added that the relevant institutions should formulate a coordinated strategy for research, public awareness, and preventive measures.
\nHe said fostering regional and international cooperation is essential to effectively tackle the growing challenge of diabetes.
\nThe Prime Minister directed to make disease prevention measures in the country more effective by learning from international experiences, research, and best practices.
\nOn the occasion, the delegation\u2019s members appreciated the recent measures and policy implementation regarding the prevention and control of diabetes and other diseases.
\nThey also expressed resolve to support diabetes prevention and public awareness campaigns in Pakistan.
\nThe delegation was led by Syed Abbas Raza president International Society of Endocrinology (ISE).
\nFederal ministers Ahad Khan Cheema, Syed Mustafa Kamal, state minister for health Dr Malik Mukhtar Bharath and others also attended the meeting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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