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India faces a significant diabetes epidemic, with millions affected and poor glycemic control. Addressing low awareness and implementing cost-effective, organized programs are crucial for better diabetes management in the country.

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  • Endocrinology
  • Public Health
  • Diabetology

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  • India has the world's largest population of individuals with diabetes, estimated at 66.8 million.
  • The escalating prevalence of diabetes poses a substantial challenge to India's healthcare sector and economy.
  • The objective is to position India as a global leader in diabetes care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current landscape of diabetes care in India.
  • To identify challenges and propose strategies for improving diabetes management.
  • To emphasize the need for cost-effective and organized approaches.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive review of existing medical literature was conducted.
  • The review focused on studies with an Asian Indian context.
  • Expert insights were incorporated to analyze the data.

Main Results:

  • Diabetes control in India is suboptimal, with a mean hemoglobin A1c of 9.0%, significantly exceeding international recommendations.
  • Nearly half of diabetes cases remain undiagnosed, leading to complications at diagnosis.
  • Low awareness, challenges in balancing glycemic control with risk reduction, and varying healthcare professional perspectives are key issues.

Conclusions:

  • Effective diabetes management requires individualized pharmacologic care, early consideration of combination therapy, and lifestyle interventions like exercise, yoga, mindful eating, and stress management.
  • Cost-effective measures are essential for screening, diagnosis, monitoring, and management.
  • Organized programs focusing on patient education and continuous medical education for healthcare professionals are vital to combat the diabetes epidemic.