Australia’s diabetes walks are raising awareness and supporting those in need

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TDC promotes healthy living in Australia and supports quality diabetes treatment for poor patients in Pakistan. Walks across Australian cities aim to raise diabetes awareness, led by Dr Israr Khan of Diabetes Australia (TDC). While 5.3% of Australians have diabetes, the rate in Pakistan exceeds 31.4%.

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Published 23 September 2025 11:34am

By Rehan Alavi

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TDC promotes healthy living in Australia and supports quality diabetes treatment for poor patients in Pakistan. Walks across Australian cities aim to raise diabetes awareness, led by Dr Israr Khan of Diabetes Australia (TDC). While 5.3% of Australians have diabetes, the rate in Pakistan exceeds 31.4%.

Dr Israr Khan leads the Diabetes Center (TDC) Australia, a non-profit dedicated to raising diabetes awareness and promoting healthy living in Australian communities.