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World Diabetes Day: How Vienna helps fight type 2 diabetes
November 14th is World Diabetes Day. The Austrian Diabetes Society points out the care of type 2 diabetes in Vienna. Information about tests and treatment options here!
World Diabetes Day: How Vienna helps fight type 2 diabetes
World Diabetes Day takes place on November 14th and is intended to draw attention to the widespread disease type 2 diabetes mellitus. This widespread disease, which is often referred to as “diabetes,” affects an impressive 200,000 people in Vienna, according to the Austrian Diabetes Society (ÖDG). The number of unreported cases is alarming because many people do not notice any symptoms for the first few years and the disease therefore goes unnoticed.
The ÖDG highlights the importance of regular monitoring and early detection of diabetes. As Thomas Holzgruber, Secretary General of the Vienna Chamber of Physicians, notes, continuous treatment is crucial for those affected. Symptoms often appear late, making early diagnosis difficult. The most common signs include increased thirst, frequent urination, and unexplained weight loss.
How does type 2 diabetes develop?
Type 2 diabetes usually develops over the course of life and is strongly linked to lifestyle habits such as diet and exercise. In this disease, the body no longer responds properly to the hormone insulin, which leads to increased blood sugar levels. An undetected illness can have serious consequences, such as heart attacks or strokes.
However, if detected early, diabetes can be easily treated. The ÖDG recommends that people aged 45 and over get tested regularly. There are numerous options for examinations in Vienna - both at general practitioners and in pharmacies. There are also several specialist outpatient clinics available that specialize in the treatment of diabetes. If an illness has been diagnosed, the patient will receive detailed care in these facilities. A complete list of these outpatient clinics is available on the ÖDG website: www.oedg.at.
Low awareness of this condition could pose significant health risks. Therefore, education is essential, both for those affected and for the general public. It is up to each of us to take the signs seriously and get checked regularly.