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Submitted by Jayesh Shah on 14 November 2021

Jayesh Shah, a diabetes awareness advocate has lived with Type 2 Diabetes for more than 30 years. He shares how his understanding of diabetes management had evolved over the years and his learnings as a self advocate.

In this video interview, Jayesh talks of how he has continued to learn about his condition. He also elaborates on:

  • The support from his wife.
  • What motivates him to manage diabetes
  • Coping with the challenges of COVID and the impact COVID on his routine
  • The importance of closely monitoring blood sugar levels 
  • Why he is a patient advocate for Diabetes - the need for acceptance of the condition and being better informed

#WorldDiabetesDay #diabetesawarenessmonth #diabetesawareness #livedexperience #diabetesjourneys

Issued as part of the public education series by Boehringer Ingelheim India and PatientsEngage

Link to the interview: https://youtu.be/lo91ZX_9ZIM

Jayesh has regularly shared his experience of managing diabetes:

Move It - Importance of Exercise and Movement  

Experiments with a Vegan Diet

Tips on Traveling With Diabetes

 

 

 

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