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Diabetes Awareness Programs

Raising Diabetes Awareness, Preserving Sight

The World Health Organization estimates that 246 million people worldwide have diabetes, a global epidemic that is expected to affect 380 million by 2025.

Diabetes and Sight Loss

People with diabetes are at risk of losing sight due to diabetic retinopathy. Approximately two percent of all people who have had diabetes for 15 years become blind, while about 10 percent develop a severe visual impairment. There are risk factors around diabetes and eyesight. For instance, evidence indicates high blood pressure and smoking may worsen diabetic eye disease.

Lions and Diabetes Awareness

With these statistics and concerns in mind, Lions adopted diabetes awareness as a long-term commitment. Our work supports diabetes education, treatment, research and early detection. A screening test can detect diabetes. Lions clubs often arrange for free diabetes screenings in their communities.

Member Resources

For information about planning service activity projects – including information for chairpersons – please visit the Diabetes section of our Member Center.



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