By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau — “Over 50% of the adult population in Palau—both Palauans and foreign residents—have pre-diabetes or diabetes,” Minister of Human and Health Services and Vice President Arnold Oilouch said Wednesday, setting a serious tone as more than 140 people joined a community march to mark World Diabetes Day and raise awareness […]
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Two-Thirds of Palauans Affected by Diabetes or Prediabetes, Government Calls for Awareness
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — With more than 66% of Palau’s adult population affected by diabetes or prediabetes, President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. has declared Nov. 14, 2025, as World Diabetes Day in Palau, calling for urgent awareness and education on the growing health crisis. Estimated prevalence of diabetes and pre-diabetes among adults in […]