Stay one step ahead of disease

There’s an old saying from Benjamin Franklin that "an ounce of prevent is worth a pound of cure" — and it still holds very true today.

The UAE was ranked second in the world in 2011 for the incidence of diabetes, an alarming statistic for a disease that can be easily detected and prevented.

All it takes to see if you’re currently at risk from Type 2 diabetes is a simple five-minute check-up at your local doctor or medical centre.

Changing one’s lifestyle, getting more exercise and changing one’s diet can all be used successfully to prevent the onset of the debilitating disease.

The toll in dirhams of diabetes on our medical system is growing with each new case.

As a matter of habit, you should ensure that you undergo an annual medical check-up with your doctor. If you service your car, doesn’t it make sense to give yourself a tune-up as well?