Ensuring Healthcare for All a Key Government Priority: Prime Minister
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has stressed the importance of regular health check-ups, balanced diets and physical exercise to prevent diabetes, saying that ensuring healthcare for every citizen is one of the government’s top priorities.
He made the remarks in a message issued on Friday (November 13) ahead of World Diabetes Day, which will be observed on Saturday (November 14). This year’s theme is ‘Diabetes: No Delays, Act Now’. The prime minister said, “People living with diabetes can also lead healthy, normal and productive lives through proper treatment and regular care. At the same time, those who have not yet developed the disease should take steps to prevent it through regular health check-ups, a balanced diet and physical exercise.”
He further said, “Diabetes is currently one of the major public health challenges worldwide. The number of people affected by the disease in Bangladesh is also increasing, which is a matter of concern for us. Uncontrolled diabetes can damage vital organs, including the heart, kidneys and eyes. Its complications can even be life-threatening. However, diabetes can be controlled through timely diagnosis, proper treatment, healthy eating habits, regular physical activity and a conscious lifestyle.”
PM Tarique Rahman said, “Ensuring healthcare for every citizen and raising awareness about the prevention of non-communicable diseases are among the current government’s top priorities. Timely measures and collective efforts are particularly important to address growing public health challenges such as diabetes.”
He added, “The government wants to ensure quality healthcare for everyone so that all citizens can lead healthy, productive and dignified lives. Achieving this goal requires collective efforts from the government, healthcare institutions, doctors, health workers and people from all walks of life.”
The prime minister also said, “A healthy and productive population is one of the key foundations of the country’s development and prosperity. Good health not only improves an individual’s quality of life but also accelerates the overall progress of families, society and the state.”
He noted that, as in previous years, the Bangladesh Diabetic Association is observing World Diabetes Day this year. The day received recognition from the United Nations through Bangladesh’s initiative and efforts. It has been observed worldwide for the past two decades, which is a matter of pride for the country.
In his message, the prime minister extended his greetings to all members of the Bangladesh Diabetic Association, doctors, health workers, people living with diabetes and others involved in the sector. He also wished success for all programmes organised to mark World Diabetes Day 2026.
