In its push to address diabetes, the Ministry of Health yesterday said that it has adopted a host of measures including expanded access to diabetic retinal examinations and greater accessibility of key therapeutics such as insulin.
In a statement to mark World Diabetes Day on November 14, the ministry said it has implemented HbA1C testing as a standard tool for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes, especially for patients needing precise blood sugar management. HbA1C tests provide a three-month average of blood glucose levels, offering a more comprehensive view of blood sugar control over time than traditional glucose tests. The statement said that this advanced screening tool is now accessible in 82 health facilities nationwide.