men and women, all mobilized for health

– Southern Alps –

On November 14, World Diabetes Day will carry a strong message: diabetes does not affect men and women in the same way. With the theme “Diabetes for women, diabetes for men”, this day orchestrated by the Association of Diabetes of the Southern Alps (AFD 04/05) is aimed at the 4 million French people concerned, highlighting the disparities between sexes and genders in disease management. While 20,000 people live with diabetes in the departments of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence and Hautes-Alpes, a third of them are unaware of their diagnosis. World Day is therefore an opportunity to recall the importance of screening and prevention, with increased awareness in the hall of the Gap hospital from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Alongside the diabetology team, AFD 04/05 will also announce the upcoming opening of a dedicated day hospitalization service.

A differentiated impact according to gender

The differences between men and women in diabetes management are very real. In men, type 2 diabetes often occurs earlier and is associated with risks of specific complications, such as foot ulcers or kidney problems. Women, on the other hand, see their cardiovascular risk increase, particularly after menopause, and are often faced with socio-economic and psychological obstacles which complicate treatment follow-up.

Daily support

For 35 years, AFD Alpes du Sud, in collaboration with the French Diabetics Federation, has been committed to supporting and defending the interests of patients. In addition to its awareness-raising activities with businesses, schools and vulnerable groups, the association advocates for care adapted to the specific needs of each gender in order to improve the quality of life of people with diabetes. For all those who wish to know more or participate in this surge of solidarity, World Diabetes Day represents a key moment to mobilize and better understand the challenges of tailor-made care.

K. Hosana