“Early action on diabetes. Take care of yourself today, live better tomorrow” is the slogan of the institutional campaign launched by the Department of Health of the Government of the Canary Islands, through the Canary Islands Health Service (SCS), as part of the Canarias Saludable (Healthy Canary Islands) initiative and with the collaboration of the Federation of Diabetes Associations of the Canary Islands (FAdiCAN), on the occasion of World Diabetes Day, which is celebrated tomorrow, 14 November 2026.
The initiative highlights the importance of prevention, early detection and timely action to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes, as well as the well-being of people living with this condition.
The campaign addresses five key areas:
Physical activity: staying active and reducing sedentary behaviour.
Healthy eating: adopting a varied, balanced and sustainable diet.
Mental health: taking care of emotional well-being and providing the necessary support.
Inclusion: ensuring that diabetes is not a cause of discrimination or a barrier to social participation.
Therapeutic education: providing knowledge and tools to promote self-care and informed decision-making.
Early action starts today. Knowing the risk factors, recognising warning signs and adopting healthy habits can make a difference.
More information (in spanish) about the campaign here