Tnedija ta’ Grupp ta’ Hidma Parlamentari fuq id-Dijabete 7 ta’ Mejju 2014
Diabetes is a common condition Prevalence Data Malta 6.4% Self Reported >18 years (2008) 10.1% Survey Examination 20-79 years (2010) Prevalence Data EU EU-27: 4.3%
Mental Health Index (p = < 0.01) Source: Health Interview Survey 2008
Vitality index (p = < 0.001) Source: Health Interview Survey 2008
Anxiety and/or depression Source: Health Interview Survey 2008
Consumption of prescribed medicines Source: Health Interview Survey 2008
Projected number of diabetics in Malta Source: National Statistics Office
Projected trend by age-group Source: National Statistics Office
National Diabetes Strategy Developing a National Strategy for Diabetes National Health Systems Strategy WHO Health 2020 Strategy Non Communicable Disease Strategy European Union: Chronic Disease Management Healthy Weight for Life Strategy International Diabetes Federation Steering group Experts Patients National Diabetes Strategy
Ultimately to improve the quality of life for persons with diabetes Objectives To prevent diabetes To diagnose diabetes earlier To ensure access to innovative quality treatment To prevent complications Ultimately to improve the quality of life for persons with diabetes