15/07/2021
More than 1.6 million Australians feel blamed and shamed for living with a condition they didn't choose.
According to a new Diabetes Australia report released for National Diabetes Week 2021, diabetes is one of the most misunderstood and stigmatised health conditions in the country, with up to 80 per cent of people with diabetes experiencing stigma.
“It's an unnecessary pressure on people who are doing their best already”, said Rod Lewis, CEO of food as medicine company MediKane.
"For people living with diabetes, the mental load of glucose monitoring, precise food intake, exercise and rest is incredibly challenging. Add on unnecessary judgement and blame, and that is an extra burden that puts good efforts towards good health at risk," Mr Lewis said.
Read more at https://medikane.com.au/blogs/news/this-national-diabetes-week-diabetes-australia-is-calling-for-an-end-diabetes-blame-and-shame
More than 1.6 million Australians feel blamed and shamed for living with a condition they didn't choose.