In South Africa, approximately one in five people over the age of 35 years have type two diabetes and more than 50 percent of them do not even know it. Diabetes South Africa, in association with a range of stakeholders will host a global diabetes run and walk on Saturday, 14 November 2009 in Cape Town.
Themed "Understand diabetes and take control", the fun run and walk will give everyone taking part an opportunity to raise awareness about the need for worldwide action for the many disadvantaged and vulnerable population groups with diabetes and at the same time, directing attention to the low-cost physical activity and emphasising the importance of living a healthy lifestyle.
Details of the event are as follows:
Date: Saturday, 14 November 2009
Time: 07h00
Venue: Moullie Point Light House, Green Point, Cape Town
For more information please contact:
Sithembiso Magubane
Cell: 073 662 5482
Issued by: Department of Health, Western Cape Provincial Government
13 November 2009
Source: Western Cape Provincial Government (http://www.capegateway.gov.za/)
