Diabetes death rate a concern

Friday, November 15, 2019

Concern has been registered after diabetes and other Non Communicable Diseases (NCD) have been identified as the leading causes of death.

The prevalence of chronic NCDs is said to be increasing at an alarming rate with deaths recorded every week.

Princess Marina Hospital (PMH) Superintendent, Tshepo Machacha said this is a cause for concern when giving welcome remarks at this year’s commemoration of the world diabetes day that was held at Molapo Crossing’s Superfit Gym yesterday.

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