World Diabetes Day 2021: World Diabetes Day Being Celebrated Worldwide Today, Know About Its History And Theme

World Diabetes Day 2021: Nearly 422 million people worldwide have been diabetic since 2014. Celebration of World Diabetes Day started in 1991.

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World Diabetes Day 2021 Significance, Theme and History: Diabetes has become a very common disease nowadays. World Diabetes Day is observed on November 14 every year. According to the figures provided by World Health Organization, 40 lakh diabetes patients die every year. The biggest cause of this disease is a poor and changing lifestyle. It is very important to raise awareness amongst the people about this disease. World Diabetes Day (World Diabetes Day 2021) is celebrated every year to inform people about the disease.

History of World Diabetes Day
According to the World Health Organization, about 422 million people have been diabetic since 2014. The day began to be celebrated in 1991. The International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization (WHO) started celebrating the day with the objective of spreading awareness about diabetes among people. November 14, 1922, is the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, a scientist who discovered insulin. Insulin plays a vital role in maintaining the right amount of sugar in the body.

Know what is the theme this time
The International Diabetes Federation has a special theme to celebrate World Diabetes Day every year. This year's theme is 'Access to Diabetes Care, if not now, then when?'

It is believed that one in every 10 Adults in the world suffers from diabetes. It's spreading like an epidemic amongst people. It has a very serious effect on the organs like heart, brain, kidney, eyes etc. It can sometimes prove to be fatal. In order to prevent it, try to make changes in your lifestyle. You can keep yourself away from diabetes through nutritious food, regular exercise in routine and balance in life.