Over 15,000 UAE Residents Participate in Landmark Groups Ninth Annual Beat Diabetes Walk
The nine annual edition of the 'Beat Diabetic Walk', Landmark Group's flagship initiative to promote diabetes mellitus recognition among UAE residents, saw over 15,000 individuals from all profession integrated to obtain active and commit to a healthy lifestyle
With the prevalence of diabetes mellitus in over 14.7 percent of expatriates and over 19 per cent in Emiratis in Dubai alone according to the Dubai Diabetic Survey, the 'Beat Diabetes Walk' has actually come to be a considerable emphasize in the health and wellness calendar of the country.
The 3 kilometre walk was held at Dubai Creek Park with the assistance of Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Emirates Diabetes Society (EDS), Dubai Sports Council, Hamdan bin Mohammed Community Sports Initiative, Al Jalila Foundation, Dubai Municipality, Children's City, Roads & Transport Authority and Dubai Police.
Renuka Jagtiani, Chairwoman and CEO of the Landmark Group, said: "Over the last 9 years Beat Diabetes mellitus has received frustrating support from our community. Starting from our companions to our youngest walker, the enthusiasm and dedication to better health is really fulfilling to see. As an organsiation we are dedicated to motivating this healthy way of living adjustment in the community and the 'Beat Diabetes Walk' is an initiative toward accomplishing that goal."
Inning accordance with the International Diabetes Federations stats revealed that around 415 million individuals worldwide experience diabetes. Speaking on the frequency of diabetes Dr. Abdulrazzaq Ali Al Madani, President of the Emirates Diabetic Issues Society and the Chairman of the Gulf Group for Research Study of Diabetic issues, said: "While Type II diabetes, which is widespread, has a genetic predisposition, we can not control this factor. What we can regulate are elements such as obesity, inactive lifestyles, smoking cigarettes, amongst others, to delay its onset and instill a society of good health.
" I am thrilled to see the overwhelming reaction to this year's Beat Diabetes Stroll and praise the Site Group in making this event a success."
Meanwhile, the overall price of those at the Pre-Diabetes Stage (high risk of creating diabetic issues) among expatriates is 18.6 percent and for UAE nationals at 16 per cent making avoidance initiatives for this demographic a lot more crucial.
Dr Fatheya Al Awadi, Chair of DHA Diabetic Committee and Head of Endocrinology Department at Dubai Hospital, said "Effectively managing blood sugar level control, monitoring of HbA1c levels, attaining weight reduction and reinforcing resolve to manage the disorder is vital for those at the Pre-Diabetes stage. The 'Beat Diabetes walk' certainly highlights these variables and our country requires such initiatives to tackle diabetes at some point leading to a much healthier population."
Participants also benefitted of the free glucose testing services supplied at the place by DHA, the event's health partners, that also offered useful suggestions on how to protect against and manage of diabetes.
After the walk, the 'Beat Diabetic walk' participants delighted in a host of community-focused physical fitness and sports tasks such as Zumba, yoga, bubble football and archery. A Fun Area showcased Assortment, Landmarks most recent game room concept, along with a bouncy castle, gladiator ring and rodeo bull.
Sponsors for the 9th Beat Diabetes drive included Aramex, Eucerin, GBM, Mashreq Bank, Centrepoint, House Centre, Max and Amana
