Evercare Hospital Chattogram Observes World Diabetes Day

Evercare Hospital Chattogram, the port city’s leading multi-specialty healthcare provider, organized an insightful Health Talks & Patient Forum in observance of World Diabetes Day 2025, with the objective of raising awareness on diabetes prevention, diagnosis, nutrition and long-term management.

At the event, key speakers and specialists from Evercare Hospital Chattogram were present, including Dr. Hassan Shahriar Kabir, Director, Medical Services; Dr. Shaila Kabir, Consultant & Dr. Emran Ur Rashid Chowdhury, Attending Consultant from the department Endocrinology & Diabetology and Ahasfi Mohammed, Chief Dietician, Dietetics & Nutrition. The program was also attended by patients, nurses, and hospital staff.

The program began with a Welcome Address by Dr. Hassan Shahriar Kabir, Director, Medical Services, who highlighted the growing prevalence of diabetes in Bangladesh and stressed the importance of early awareness. He said, “Diabetes awareness begins with education. Through programs like this, we aim to empower individuals with the knowledge and necessary skills.”

Shaila Kabir, Consultant, Endocrinology & Diabetology discussed advanced management measures, lifestyle adjustments, and evolving treatment strategies. She stated, “By combining medical treatment with meaningful lifestyle changes, patients can reduce long-term complications.”

Following the welcome speech, Dr. Emran Ur Rashid Chowdhury, Attending Consultant, Endocrinology & Diabetology, delivered an informative Health Talk on Diabetes, focusing on early warning signs and diagnostic processes. He addressed that, “Early identification and consistent monitoring are the pillars of diabetes management. When patients are informed and supported, their outcomes improve significantly.”

A Nutrition Talk was presented by Ahasfi Mohammed, Chief Dietician and he shared, “Nutrition plays a transformative role in diabetes management. When patients understand their dietary choices, they gain the power to take control of their health every day.”

An interactive Q&A session was held, followed by uplifting Happy Patient Stories shared by patients managing diabetes successfully.

The World Diabetes Day program at Evercare Hospital Chattogram successfully encouraged awareness, improved patient engagement and underscored the hospital’s commitment to comprehensive diabetes care and community well-being.