Worried about diabetes? Here’s how to detect it early, make smarter choices and how AI is helping

On World Diabetes Day, this podcast explores diabetes awareness, prevention, management, early detection, lifestyle changes, and the impact on mental health. Featuring Atika Asif, a Certified Diabetes Educator and Clinical Dietitian, and Dr Shilpa Verma, an endocrinologist, the discussion also highlights how diabetes affects different age groups, the unique risks and lifestyle factors in South Asian communities, and how AI and new technologies are helping in detection and treatment.

Background image: A visitor undergoes diabetes testing at the Thailand Wellness & Healthcare Expo 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, 26 June 2025. Credit: EPA/RUNGROJ YONGRIT. Inset (top): Dr. Shilpa Verma. Inset (bottom): Atika Asif. Source: EPA / Supplied by Dr. Shilpa Verma and Atika Asif (respectively).

(Disclaimer: This information is intended as a general guide. For advice tailored to your situation, please consult a medical professional.)

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