Status of diabetes in Bulgaria – national initiatives during Diabetes Awareness Month

02 December 2024

On the evening of November 14, the National Palace of Culture in Sofia and the historic fortress in Veliko Tarnovo were illuminated in blue at the request of the Bulgarian Diabetes Association to mark World Diabetes Day. 

Later, on November 23–24, the National Conference of Bulgarian Diabetes Associations took place in Bankya, bringing together over 45 representatives from across the country. Highlights included a presentation by Prof. Anna Maria Borisova on a recent research study on diabetes prevalence in the country and a session by Prof. Maria Nikolova titled “Eating Well to Feel Well.”