November 14, World Sickness Day Thai people are sick, rising to 6.5 million Carb counting is recommended to reduce the risk of disease.

Ministry of Public Health (Ministry of Public Health). world disease day November 14 shows concern: Thai people are sick “Diabetes” 6.5 million people recommend changing behavior to reduce the risk of disease Choose a variety of food to eat, emphasizing vegetables and fruits that are low in sugar. Do regular physical activity

Today (13 November ’24) Mr. Somsak Thepsuthin Minister of Public Health (Minister of Public Health) He said that diabetes is a major health problem worldwide. and there is a trend of an increasing number of patients The reason is from changing lifestyle and environmental factors, This number has increased to 643 million, and by 2045 it will increase to 783 million More than 90% of people with diabetes have type 2 diabetes, and almost half of them remain undiagnosed.

For Thailand, it was found that 6.5 million people have diabetes, with the majority having type 2 diabetes and 40 percent not knowing they have the disease. It can be seen that the problem of chronic non-communicable diseases is a significant problem in Thailand. The government under the leadership of Ms. Paethongthan Shinawatra, the Prime Minister, with part of the policy statement of the Cabinet on September 12, 2024, emphasized the use of the public health network to participate in the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases Ministry of Health Public Therefore, there is a policy to encourage Thai people to change their health behavior appropriately. Aimed at Thai people counting carbs in their individual diets each day. To improve the risk of non-communicable diseases. It is conducted through the mechanism of village volunteers (VHVs).

Recommend behavioral changes to reduce disease risk

Dr. Panumas Yanwetsakul, Director General of the Department of Disease Control, said that the International Diabetes Federation (International Diabetes Federation: IDF) has declared November 14 every year as Diabetes Day of the World, and in 2024, the message was set as Diabetes and Wellness: A healthy body, a happy mind, a bright world, diabetes care, with a focus on. Emphasis is placed on improving patients’ quality of life and happiness by managing their physical, mental and social health, even if they have to live with diabetes.

Diabetes affects the quality of life of patients physically, mentally and socially because people with diabetes Face the challenge of taking care of yourself to levels maintain proper blood sugar. and treating potential complications such as heart disease and stroke. chronic kidney disease Diabetic retinopathy (retinal degeneration), diabetic ulcers on the feet From the decline of the sensory nervous system and peripheral blood circulation. It becomes easily infected and can be bad enough to amputate the leg.

So diabetes patients need to be careful and manage themselves to have a good quality of life and be happy by managing their physical health. Eat a healthy diet and have regular physical activity to reduce risk Mental health management By promoting good mental health Change your outlook positively, reduce stress and anxiety caused by taking care of yourself regularly and manage your social health by participating in various activities. in society to build good relationships with those around you, even if you have to take care of your own health

It is recommended to choose a variety of food Focus on vegetables and fruits with low sugar. Do regular physical activity

Dr. Adisorn Wattanasak, Deputy Director General of the Department of Disease Control added that Behavioral change is important in preventing and treating diabetes. The Department of Non-Communicable Diseases has led a diabetes operation to enter the remission phase (DM Remission), which is type 2 diabetes patients in adults aged 18 years and older who have received care so that they can control their blood sugar level below the threshold Diagnosis of chronic diabetes for at least 3 months without taking medication to reduce blood sugar levels. Focus on intensive behavior change By choosing to eat a variety of food, emphasizing vegetables and fruits that are low in sugar. and various grains Reduce sweet, oily and salty foods. Make your mind clear. Get enough sleep, 7-9 hours a day. Do not smoke and drink alcohol.

However, patients must still monitor their health and strictly follow their doctor’s advice. To prevent the return of diabetes For the general public aged 35 and older, they should be screened for the risk of diabetes once a year. If it is detected from the beginning and can be treated quickly It will help to reduce the risk of problems.

Disease Control Information Division, Ministry of Public Health