Walk against diabetes during world diabetes day 2011 in Abuja,Nigeria.

Volunteers walking to curb diabetes



Volunteers dancing during the walk--- music by igbo cultural troupe



Convoy with the Nigeria Road Safety Corps

The 2011 World Diabetes Day in Abuja Nigeria didnot only achieve the aim of increasing diabetes awareness but was also fun for all those who volunteered. A cultural troupe gave pleasure to the walk. Information materials on diabetes prevention and management was distributed to the general public during the walk. We are looking forward to geater things in 2012, join us as we work towards a diabetes free generation. email us on : pdfagainstdiabetes@gmail.com

Be Diabetes aware

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder of carbohydrates. Symptoms include: Excessive thirst, frequent urination, delayed wound healing, Fatigue, Blurred vision.
Types of diabetes include Type 1(Insulin Dependent), Type 2(Non-insulin dependent).
Diabetes is characterzsed by high blood glucose level.
we advice everyone to check their blood glucose level at every given opportunity.