In the lead-up to World Diabetes Day on November 14, CARE Hospitals has launched a month-long Diabetes Awareness Initiative across Hyderabad aimed at promoting early detection, preventive care, and addressing complications related to diabetes—especially diabetic foot, one of the most serious and disabling consequences of the disease.
Every 30 seconds, a leg is lost to diabetes worldwide, with research indicating that up to 34% of diabetics develop foot ulcers during their lifetime. Without timely care, these ulcers can lead to infection, gangrene, and amputation. CARE Hospitals emphasizes the importance of early screening and foot care awareness as key preventive measures.
Diabetes impacts not only physical health but also mental well-being. Seven out of ten diabetic individuals are of working age, which highlights diabetes’ significant effect on productivity and overall quality of life. Adding to this challenge, many people living with diabetes experience anxiety, depression, or “diabetes burnout,” underscoring the psychosocial burden of the disease.
The initiative aligns with the WHO World Diabetes Day 2025 theme, “Diabetes across life stages,” focusing on integrated, lifelong support and care. CARE Hospitals’ campaign features free diabetes screening camps in residential areas, IT parks, and malls. It also includes workplace programs titled “Know Your Sugar” and school-based “Healthy Tiffin” sessions that promote healthy lifestyle habits among children.
Dr. P. C. Gupta, Clinical Director and HOD, Vascular and Endovascular Surgery & Vascular IR at CARE Hospitals, highlighted, “Diabetic foot is one of the most neglected yet devastating complications of diabetes. It starts silently but can rapidly progress to limb loss. Most cases are preventable through early screening and appropriate management.” He called for multidisciplinary foot care clinics, community education on daily foot checks, and training for primary healthcare providers to identify at-risk feet early.
Mr. Biju Nair, Zonal Chief Operating Officer at CARE Hospitals, added, “Diabetes is not just a medical issue—it’s a lifelong awareness and lifestyle challenge. Our goal is to empower individuals through education and prevention.”
CARE Hospitals, part of Quality Care India Ltd. (QCIL) backed by Blackstone, is one of India’s leading healthcare providers with 17 facilities across 7 cities and more than 3,000 beds, delivering comprehensive care in over 30 specialties.
