Treat childhood prediabetes to avoid diabetes in adulthood

Use a home blood sugar meter or ask the paediatrician to check your child’s blood sugar level if you suspect she has prediabetes. — Positive Parenting

Diabetes mellitus is one of the most concerning health issues globally.

In Malaysia, the prevalence of diabetes among adults has been increasing steadily from 11.2% in 2011 to 13.4% in 2015 and 18.3% in 2019.