To mark World Diabetes Day, the University of Dubrovnik hosted a lecture and workshop titled “Diabetes and the Cardio-Renal-Metabolic Continuum” on Monday, 9 November. The event was intended for the University’s students and staff and took place in classroom D01 at the University building on Ćira Carića 4.

The activity was organised by the University of Dubrovnik’s Department of Health Studies and Polyclinic Hygea. It aimed to raise awareness of the links between diabetes, cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease, as well as the importance of prevention, early detection and timely treatment.

As part of the workshop, students and staff were offered preventive measurements of blood glucose, blood lipids and glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c). Ankle-brachial index (ABI) measurements were also available using a MESI device, which can help detect peripheral artery disease at an early stage.

By marking World Diabetes Day, the University highlighted the importance of a comprehensive approach to health and regular preventive check-ups, while encouraging students and staff to take care of their health and adopt healthy lifestyle habits.