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Diabetes Awareness Month: Diet and lifestyle play role in managing disease
Local Community Hero to Jamaican National Hero...Wayne Golding
the challenge with dedication and dignity, are the ones who make the difference. The prestigious recognition of CD, is a result of consistent efforts, hard work and a fearless spirit. Sir. Golding, you have earned your stripes and accolades. May you always be reminded, of your dedication to our diaspora and the contributions you have made to our nation. We wish you continued success and immense prosperity. Congratulations! You deserve it!
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and with World Diabetes Day taking place on Nov. 14, we are doing our best to bring greater awareness to this disease. Here are the facts – according to the CDC, more than 30 million Americans have diabetes and it is a leading cause of heart disease, blindness, amputation, kidney disease and even early death. Over 90-95% of U.S. adults with diabetes have type 2, which is generally associated with obesity and physical inactivity. Your risk is higher if you have a family history of diabetes. The CDC also estimates that 84.1 million American adults have pre-diabetes, meaning their blood sugar is above normal but not high to diadnose diabetes. Unfortunately even pre-diabetes increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. However, what most people don't know is that up to 50percent of type 2 diabetes can be prevented. Cont'd on pg 5
Wayne Golding Sr., Kingston College Old Boy, prominent attorney and community activist based in Orlando, Florida, has received the Jamaican Order of Distinction in the rank of Commander (CD). In a congratulatory message, Mrs. Alsion Roach Wilson Consul General of Jamaica to New York extended congratulatory sentiments to: Mr. Wayne Golding — on his most recent accomplishments. The path of success is not a walk in the park. Those who are always ready to take
The honor of the Order may be conferred upon any citizen of Jamaica who renders outstanding and important services to Jamaica and upon any distinguished citizen of a country other than Jamaica (an honorary member). The motto of the Order is “Distinction through Service”. Wayne GOLDING, Sr. received this honor for significant contribution to the Jamaican Diaspora Community in the United States of America and to National Development. 2019 has proven to be a banner year of recognition for Wayne’s accomplishments. In June 2019, he was recognized in the United States Congressional records ......Cont on pg 4