Health Minister Urges Saint Lucians to Prioritise Diabetes Prevention and Early Detection
CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA – As Saint Lucia observes Diabetes Awareness Month in November, Minister for Health, Wellness and Nutrition, Hon. Moses Jn Baptiste, is calling on citizens to take greater responsibility for their health through regular exercise, healthy eating and early screening.
This year’s observance is being held under the theme “Move, Taste, Live: Take Action on Diabetes!”, highlighting the importance of preventing, detecting and properly managing the disease.
The Health Minister is encouraging Saint Lucians to adopt healthier lifestyles by engaging in regular physical activity, making nutritious food choices and undergoing routine health screenings.
The observance also seeks to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and effective diabetes management to reduce the risk of complications associated with the disease.
Minister Jn Baptiste emphasised the need for both personal and collective responsibility in addressing diabetes, urging individuals, families and communities to make health and wellness a priority.
As activities continue throughout Diabetes Awareness Month, Saint Lucians are being encouraged to take proactive steps towards improving their health and reducing the impact of diabetes on individuals and communities across the island.
