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World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day is a global event that unites millions of people in over 160 countries to raise awareness of diabetes, a chronic condition that is rapidly escalating worldwide.
In Australia, diabetes was endorsed as a National Health Priority Area in 1996 in recognition of the high prevalence of the disease in Australia and its potential for health improvements through prevention and treatment programs.
The theme of World Diabetes Day for 2009-2013 is Diabetes Education and Prevention, encouraging people to know the diabetes risks and warning signs, and how to respond to and manage diabetes.
Australian Partliament House goes 'Blue' for World Diabetes Day.
World Diabetes Day, a global event that unites millions of people in over 160 countries to raise awareness of diabetes is celebrated every year on November 14. The global diabetes community works together to light iconic landmarks and buildings all over the world and this year Canberra really stood out as being very special.
Photo provided by The Canberra Times published 15/11/2010
