📈 KALBE Launches 'Test for Them' for World Diabetes Day 2025

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• KALBE Sri Lanka has launched the ‘Test for Them’ nationwide diabetes awareness initiative, focusing on early detection and prevention for World Diabetes Day 2025. • The campaign addresses a critical national health issue: over 4.2 million Sri Lankans are affected by diabetes, with an estimated 40% being undiagnosed. • Initial Screening Phase (Nov 14-30): Free random glucose testing is offered on a walk-in basis at 42 Cargills Food City outlets across the Western Province (the region with the highest diabetes prevalence). • Target Goals: The program aims to screen over 12,000 individuals in November, setting the foundation for a goal of 100,000 screenings over the next 12 months. • Screenings are available for individuals aged 18 and above and include educational materials and Diabetasol sample kits. The initiative collaborates with the Seeni.lk trilingual online health platform.

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