The theme for World Diabetes Day 2018 and 2019 is The Family and Diabetes. Lets look at how families supported our diabetes patients and the role of the family in the management, care and prevention of diabetes.
Marianne de Nazareth, Bangalore
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Nandita Banerjee, 60 a certified Diabetes educator with DAY (Diabetes Awareness and You) in Kolkata, talks about how she has been battling this silent killer herself for the last 18 years with a lot of success.
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Shrenik Shah, 67 from Ahmedabad, India was diagnosed with Larynx (Vocal Folds) cancer, stage IV A 22 years ago. He now speaks with an Electrolarynx to motivate and inspire others.
What were the early symptoms? What made you go see a doctor?
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Atabuddin Mondal,53 from Chakdaha, West Bengal has been suffering from Bronchogenic Carcinoma, and is now in a better form after going through chemotherapy cycles. He shares his experiences of handling the Big C.
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Ten year old Advaith who is on the autism spectrum and was diagnosed with ADHD has become an adept jewellery maker that keeps him preoccupied and independent. His mother Smrithy, who worked relentlessly on teaching him through structured method, now…
Payal talks about how she has seen her father deteriorate physically and mentally over the years due to stroke. She and her mother play an active role in his daily care which has become tougher over time.
Payal, tell us about your father’s condition…
Karan Shahh, 20 shares his journey with SMA III, the support of his family and a well trained dog, Angel. Socially and digitally savvy, he refuses to be pitied and told how to live his life. His mother Pratima shares advice for other parents and in…
Sonika Aggarwal,39 has been battling migraine and sinusitis for over a decade. Even a surgery did not help matters much. She shares how she finally found some relief when she changed her diet and lifestyle. Read on.
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Urvi Sabnis, 47 from Ahmedabad, India was diagnosed with 2nd stage breast cancer through a routine screening. However, she stayed focussed through the treatment and has emerged a more compassionate, grateful and fearless woman.
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