The Rhodes Municipal Welfare Organization Foundation is organizing an information and awareness campaign, along with free blood sugar testing, on Friday, November 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., on Plastira Pedestrian Walkway (near “AKTAION”), in observance of World Diabetes Day, which is celebrated annually on November 14.
With the central message “Early Prevention for a Better Quality of Life,” the initiative is being carried out through the Social Services Department, the Municipal Clinics, the Food Bank and Social Pharmacy, as well as the Homeless Shelters. As part of the event, residents will have the opportunity to have their blood sugar levels checked for free, as well as to receive useful information regarding risk factors, prevention, and the importance of early diagnosis.
It should be noted that these tests are intended for preventive and informational purposes only and do not replace the medical evaluation or laboratory tests required for the diagnosis of diabetes.
Through collaboration between social services and health care providers, the goal is to strengthen health education, foster a culture of prevention, and promote equal access for citizens to health promotion initiatives, with particular attention to vulnerable social groups. The initiative is part of the broader framework of social care and awareness-raising efforts by the Rhodes Municipal Welfare Organization, highlighting that the prevention and protection of public health are a collective responsibility and a key priority for the local community.
The Rhodes Municipal Welfare Organization invites all citizens to actively participate in this initiative by taking a few minutes to learn about and care for their health, noting that awareness enables us to recognize risks, while timely prevention helps protect our most precious asset: our health.
Event Information:
- Date: Friday, November 13
- Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Plastira Pedestrian Walkway (near “AKTAION”)
- Participation: Free