IDF member since
1992
Number of members
150
Address
PO Box 6858, Damascus, Syria Arab Republic
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About
The Syrian Diabetes Association (SDA) was founded in 1973 and became a member of the International Diabetes Federation in 1992.
SDA’s mission is to help, improve the life of people with diabetes, unify and organise the efforts of people living and working with diabetes, collaborate with global organisations and develop a diabetes prevention programme in Syria.
Main Focus
SDA coordinates with local authorities on the implementation of the National Diabetes Programme, organising educational activities and diabetes screenings, promoting healthy nutrition and physical activity, and preventing diabetes complications.
Activities
- Annual scientific meeting for physicians and healthcare providers.
- Educational activities (workshops, educational programmes) for people with diabetes
- Awareness campaigns for general public. SDA celebrates World Diabetes Day every year with large activities in many cities.