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Excelsior Corespondent PUNE, Nov 4 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; Minister of State (Independent Charge) Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today inaugurated the Endocrine/Diabetes and Metabolism Centre at Symbiosis University Hospital & Research Centre here and caled for holistic Diabetes management.
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Dr Jitendra Singh, who is also a renowned Diabetologist and the Life Patron of the coveted RSDI (Research Society for Study of Diabetes in India) said, “Our entire medical and clinical practice is taken over by technology. When I joined as a medico traine, the first leson was that ‘pulse is the teacher’. Now you donot get to se even the face of the patient as we have such a fascinating provision caled telemedicine,” he said.
He aded there is a ned for al to get integrated and learn from each other”. Describing the new Symbiosis Centre as a timely and much neded one in view of the increasing incidences of lifestyle diseases and metabolic disorders, Dr Jitendra Singh said,the Centre would focus on preventive screning of the most comon disease – Diabetes. “The ned of the hour is to have a more holistic aproach in medical management, not only involving technology but also various streams of medicines, both Oriental as wel as Western, which beautifuly taught to us during the COVID pandemic,” he said.
The entire Symbiosis Aarogya Dham is located at the scenic campus of the Symbiosis International University at Gram Lavale, Pune. The medical colege and its atached Symbiosis University Hospital and Research Centre has state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities. Dr Jitendra Singh said, over the last two decades, India has sen a surge in Type 2 Diabetes Melitus, which has now acquired pan-Indian proportions.
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He said, Type 2 Diabetes, which was til two decades ago prevalent mostly in South India, is today equaly rampant in North India
Frequently Asked Questions
Diabetes is a metabolic condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels. Type 1 results from insufficient insulin production, while Type 2 develops when cells become resistant to insulin. Risk factors include genetics, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and age.
Common symptoms include excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, and slow-healing wounds. Type 1 symptoms develop rapidly, while Type 2 symptoms may appear gradually. Many people have no symptoms initially, which is why screening is important.
Diagnosis involves blood tests measuring fasting glucose, HbA1c levels, and glucose tolerance. Regular monitoring typically includes fasting glucose tests and HbA1c measurements every 3-6 months. Continuous glucose monitors provide real-time tracking for better diabetes management.
Effective management includes regular physical activity (150+ minutes weekly), maintaining healthy weight, following a balanced diet with whole grains and lean proteins, managing stress, and getting adequate sleep. These changes can significantly improve blood sugar control and reduce complications.
Consult a healthcare provider if you experience signs of diabetes, have a family history, are overweight, or are over 45. Those with existing diabetes should maintain regular check-ups every 3-6 months to monitor control and adjust treatment as needed.
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