National Diabetes Week: Expert links migration-related lifestyle changes to growing Diabetes risk

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Representative image of blood sugar test. Right Image: Purva Guliyani, a researcher and nutritionist who works closely with migrant groups in Australia. Credit: AAP image/Right image: Purva Guliyani

Diabetes is rising at an alarming rate in Australia, with a growing number of cases also reported among Indian communities. In this SBS Hindi podcast, we speak with Purva Guliyani, a researcher and nutritionist who works closely with migrant groups. She examines the challenges of delivering effective health messages within diverse communities and discusses why early diagnosis remains low. She also highlights how lifestyle changes after migration may be increasing the risk. As part of National Diabetes Week (13–19 July), efforts are being taken up to prevent Type 2 diabetes.

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Published 18 July 2025 9:37am

Updated 18 July 2025 9:42am

By Vrishali Jain

Source: SBS

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Diabetes is rising at an alarming rate in Australia, with a growing number of cases also reported among Indian communities. In this SBS Hindi podcast, we speak with Purva Guliyani, a researcher and nutritionist who works closely with migrant groups. She examines the challenges of delivering effective health messages within diverse communities and discusses why early diagnosis remains low. She also highlights how lifestyle changes after migration may be increasing the risk. As part of National Diabetes Week (13–19 July), efforts are being taken up to prevent Type 2 diabetes.

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