World Diabetes Day Celebrations 2004

Studies conducted by P.Kesavadev Trust concluded that Pathananmthitta is the district in Kerala with the maximum number of diabetes patients in Kerala.Preliminary reports reveals the prevalence of diabetes of as high as 20 to 21%. Pathanamthitta district has 17% of population above the age of 60 years which is the highest in Kerala.
One selected question and answer.
Is there a chance that diabetes can spread through blood transfusion?
No, It is not an infection which can spread through blood like AIDS or viral hepatitis. Diabetes is an endocrine disorder resulting from either impaired insulin secretion, impaired insulin utilisation or both. The recepient of the blood transfusion who doesn't have diabetes will have the capability of maintaining absolutely normal blood sugar values.