JAMAICA
MOVES
WORLD DIABETES DAY A SPECIAL ADVERTISING FEATURE
This year, World Diabetes Day is observed under the theme ‘Women & Diabetes’. This is extremely timely as recent data suggests that Diabetes is the leading cause of death among women over 5 years old. In fact, in 2015 over 1200 Jamaican women died from this disease alone. As together we focus on a healthier Jamaica, one where all citizens can enjoy More Moments, More Memories and More Life, we are encouraging you to make the right decisions towards better health. Through our Jamaica Moves initiative, we have and will continue to educate and inspire you to be the best version of yourself. We have been present in parishes across the island providing free health screenings, medical consultations and physical activity sessions because we believe it is important for you to know your health status and to provide you with the tools to lead a healthier life. It is our hope that once given these tools, you will bring them back to your family, friends and community at large . This month, in honour of our Jamaican women, who are the backbone of our families, we are asking you to #CutTheSugar . Eating excess sugar is linked to obesity which can lead to Diabetes. With this small step, we are guaranteed a healthier Jamaica - join us! How much Sugar is Recommended? WHO Recommends 6 - 9 Teaspoons of Sugar Daily
Dr. Chris Tufton Minister of Health