World Diabetes day - Seminar on Comprehensive Diabetes Care

The Nursing Education Unit of Indirani College of Nursing organized a Seminar in observance of World Diabetes Day 2025 under the theme “Diabetes and Wellbeing" on 14.11.2025. The session focused on the topic “Comprehensive Diabetes Care.” The programme commenced with a formal welcome, followed by an insightful Expert Deliberation by Dr. Manjunath Totaganti, MBBS, MD (Medicine), Senior Resident, Department of Endocrinology, JIPMER, Puducherry. Dr. Manjunath delivered an in-depth presentation on the rising prevalence of diabetes, early diagnosis, lifestyle modification, medical management, and prevention of long-term complications. His evidence-based session emphasized the need to strengthen community awareness and empower individuals to adopt healthier behaviours. A total of 150 nursing students and faculty members participated actively in the seminar. The interactive discussion provided an opportunity for participants to clarify queries related to insulin therapy, dietary planning, and long-term disease monitoring. The session concluded with the Anti-Diabetes Pledge, administered by Dr. Prof. Malliga M., Principal, reaffirming the collective commitment to promoting healthy living and preventing diabetes in the community.