Act early on diabetes
Early action on diabetes is the theme for World Diabetes Day 2026-27. The campaign focus for 14 November is early diagnosis and risk reduction. Early action accelerates access to care, reduces the risk of diabetes and leads to better health for all.
Diabetes is one of the world’s fastest-growing health challenges. By 2050 the number of people living with diabetes is projected to reach 853 million. Urgent action is needed to increase early detection, provide uninterrupted care and support diabetes risk reduction. Early action on diabetes will save lives, improve health and reduce long-term costs to health systems.