Sultan Qaboos University’s College of Nursing held a Community Diabetes Awareness Day in Nizwa on 7 November, featuring 20 interactive stations focused on diabetes prevention and self-care. The event, aligned with World Diabetes Day, aimed to equip individuals and families with practical skills and reliable health knowledge.

Activities included education on blood sugar monitoring, foot-care guidance, medication adherence awareness, information on gestational diabetes, and kidney and cholesterol health education. Free screenings and consultations were also provided to attendees.

Dr. Nasser Al-Salmi emphasized that diabetes is a lifestyle-related challenge that requires awareness and collective effort. He noted that the event seeks to empower people to make informed health decisions both at home and in the workplace.

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