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Thursday, 21st November, members of Lagos Passionate Lions Club, under District 404B2 of the international association of Lions Club visited commercialists of Binukonu Market, Ogudu road, Ojota, Lagos State, as they shared with them their monthly club activity on diabetes awareness and prevention. Special guest speaker and president of Ikeja Lions Club, Lion Dr. Kelechi Onyedi, spoke on diabetes and how to avoid it. “Diabetes is a deadly disease that affect people of all ages. This is a condition that happens when the blood sugar level in the body is too high. It develops when the pancreas doesn’t make enough insulin or none at all in the body. Most forms of diabetes are lifelong illnesses and though manageable but best to be avoided at all cost.”Symptoms of this disease include increased thirst and dry mouth, frequent urination, fatigue, slow healing wounds, unexplained weight loss and so on. It’s important to check on yourself and children for these symptoms. Indulge in a healthy lifestyle, which includes healthy dieting, exercises, get enough rest, limit alcohol intake and avoid any further complications like smoking.”In his closing remarks he informed everyone who was at the event to make sure that they get tested for blood sugar and pressure at least twice in a year.The president of the club, Lion Menwa Okeke appreciated everyone and remarked that the exercise is part of the ways Lions give back to humanity with love, “Lionism is all about serving the people which is what we are doing here, showing our love to the people of Binukonu Market, Ogudu road, Ojota. Diabetes is something that shouldn’t be taken kindly especially in our present day economic situation. According to our guest speaker, it’s an illness that affects everyone of all ages. So everyone not only people of Ogudu road, Ojota, should please check on their health status frequently to avoid illnesses like diabetes and others. As it is said that health is wealth.”In conclusion, chairperson of the event, Lion Nkechi Lord, adviced members of the public to be careful and watchful of the deadly disease, “it’s important to know that there are some diabetes risk factors that can’t be change such as family history, age and race. So if anyone falls into this category, they should be very mindful of their health. Diabetes is one of the leading cause of death all over the world, be sure to see a doctor regularly. Don’t be afraid to reach out to them for help,” she said.
