Experts urge Indian patients to focus on heart and kidney health in diabetes care

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Experts urge broader diabetes care in India, emphasizing heart and kidney protection alongside glucose control, as cases exceed 100 million and are projected to rise. Only one in ten Indian patients meet glucose targets, and type 2 diabetes appears about a decade earlier than in Western countries. GLP-1 receptor agonists are highlighted for aiding weight, heart, and kidney health. Experts advocate a holistic approach combining early diagnosis, quality therapies, lifestyle changes, and patient education, while noting GLP-1 medicines require precise manufacturing and individualized prescriptions.


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