Diabetes: nurses make the difference
Education and funding are vital to support healthcare professionals in the fight against diabetes.
6million
more nurses
needed
needed
WDD 2020: Nurses make the difference for diabetes
In 2020, the World Diabetes Day campaign focuses on promoting the role of nurses in the prevention and management of diabetes. Learn more about the theme and key messages and view the resources available.
The theme
Nurses: improve your understanding of diabetes care
To mark World Diabetes Day 2020, a new online course in the IDF School of Diabetes on the role of the diabetes educator is available free for a limited period.
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IDF partners with ITN Productions for World Diabetes Day
"Diabetes Matters” aims to raise the profile of diabetes and unite voices in diabetes awareness for World Diabetes Day 2020 and beyond.
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