World diabetes Day, November 14, 2025
Global public health awareness days aim to increase visibility, awareness, and understanding of specific diseases or health conditions among the general public; they are key in highlighting the importance of healthy lifestyle and well-being among general population. Each year, various organizations and communities around the world actively participate in promoting and supporting World Health Days.
This is a global campaign to raise awareness about diabetes, a chronic condition affecting over 463 million people worldwide, with rising prevalence in low- and middle-income countries. Under the 2025 theme “Diabetes: Know Your Risk, Know Your Response,” the day promotes early diagnosis, prevention, and management through education on healthy diets, regular physical activity, and access to affordable treatment.
In Uganda, where diabetes affects approximately 4.5% of adults and is often undiagnosed due to limited healthcare access, the campaign encourages community screenings, policy advocacy for better insulin access, and collaboration among healthcare providers, governments, and organizations to reduce complications like heart disease and kidney failure, empowering individuals to live healthier lives.
