World Diabetes Day 2025 – Diabetes & Well-being at Work
कार्यस्थल पर मधुमेह और स्वास्थ्य
Updated: November 14, 2025 | By Dr. R K VERMA, MD (Medicine), Kanpur
Why This Year’s Theme Matters | इस वर्ष का विषय क्यों महत्वपूर्ण है?
In 2025, the theme of World Diabetes Day focuses on “Diabetes and Well-being at Work” — because managing diabetes doesn’t stop when the workday begins.
Workplace stress, long sitting hours, skipped meals, and burnout directly affect blood glucose control and emotional balance.
काम और स्वास्थ्य का संतुलन ही असली सफलता है।
🌍 Global Snapshot (IDF 2025)
- 7 in 10 people living with diabetes are of working age (20–64 years).
- 3 in 4 have experienced anxiety, depression, or mental health issues related to diabetes.
- 4 in 5 reported diabetes burnout — emotional exhaustion from constant self-care pressure.
ये आँकड़े बताते हैं कि कार्यस्थल पर मानसिक और शारीरिक स्वास्थ्य दोनों का ध्यान रखना ज़रूरी है।
Scientific Explanation | वैज्ञानिक समझ
- Type 2 diabetes develops due to insulin resistance or reduced insulin secretion.
- Prolonged sitting, irregular eating, and chronic stress — all common in work environments — increase insulin resistance and blood sugar variability.
- Stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline raise glucose levels, while poor sleep and skipped meals worsen control.
इसलिए काम के साथ-साथ शरीर को ‘रीसेट’ करने की ज़रूरत होती है।
Real-Life Story | वास्तविक अनुभव
Ravi, a 39-year-old accountant, managed tight deadlines and late nights. His fasting sugar crept to 160 mg/dL, and he often felt drained.
With simple workplace changes — eating on time, a 5-minute stretch hourly, and daily meditation — his sugar normalized within 3 months.
He says, “Now my workday feels lighter — stress kam hai, energy zyada.”
Workplace Habits to Protect Your Health | कार्यस्थल पर अपनाएँ ये आदतें
- Eat balanced meals at regular intervals — avoid skipping breakfast.
- Take short walking breaks or climb stairs after meetings.
- Keep water handy and avoid sugary drinks.
- Practice deep breathing during high-stress moments.
- Fix a “health reminder” alarm for lunch and hydration.
- Discuss flexible support with HR if on insulin therapy.
Day 1 – Track sugar levels twice during work hours.
Day 2 – Replace tea-snacks with fruit & nuts.
Day 3 – Stretch for 5 minutes every hour.
Day 4 – Practice 10 minutes of deep breathing.
Day 5 – Add one bowl of salad to lunch.
Day 6 – Sleep by 10:30 PM (no late emails).
Day 7 – Talk to a colleague about health goals – motivation matters!
Doctor’s Insight | डॉक्टर की सलाह
“In OPD after OPD, I see professionals burnt out — not just from work, but from managing diabetes alone.
A supportive work culture that encourages breaks, empathy, and flexibility can prevent both sugar spikes and depression.
Work-life balance is not luxury — it’s life-saving therapy.”– Dr. R K VERMA, MD (Medicine)
Mental Health and Burnout | मानसिक स्वास्थ्य और थकावट
- Diabetes burnout is real. Constant monitoring, dietary vigilance, and social stigma can lead to emotional fatigue.
- Employers and colleagues should be aware: a little understanding — flexible breaks, healthier snacks, or open communication — can go a long way.
अगर काम का माहौल सहायक हो, तो डायबिटीज़ नियंत्रण आसान हो जाता है।
Conclusion | निष्कर्ष
This World Diabetes Day, let’s make workplaces kinder, healthier, and more supportive.
When we take care of our health, we perform better and live longer.
डायबिटीज़ को नियंत्रण में रखना टीमवर्क है — आप, आपका डॉक्टर और आपका कार्यस्थल।
References
- World Health Organization. Diabetes Fact Sheet. Geneva: WHO; 2024. Available from: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/diabetes
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Employers and Insurers: Diabetes in the Workplace. Updated May 15, 2024. Available from: https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/hcp/employers/index.html
- Ruston A, Smith A, Fernando B. “Diabetes in the workplace – Diabetic’s perceptions and experiences of managing their disease at work.” BMC Public Health. 2013;13:386. Available from: https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1471-2458-13-386
- Diabetes Victoria. “Workplaces to Better Support Employees Who Live with Diabetes.” Media Release. October 31, 2025. Available from: https://www.diabetesvic.org.au/diabetes-victoria-calls-on-workplaces-to-better-support-employees-who-live-with-diabetes
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
नोट: यह लेख केवल जानकारी के उद्देश्य से है। किसी भी चिकित्सा निर्णय से पहले अपने डॉक्टर से सलाह लें।
