By Hina Kiyani
ISLAMABAD: The Department of Science and Humanities at FAST-NUCES Islamabad Campus has organized an awareness session on type 1 diabetes. The session was held in collaboration with Meethi Zindagi to educate students about the disease, its symptoms, management and challenges faced by people living with the condition.
The session was arranged for students enrolled in the university’s Civic and Community Engagement course, with a focus on promoting health awareness, early diagnosis and community support. The participants were briefed on the nature of Type 1 diabetes, its symptoms and the importance of timely diagnosis and appropriate management to help individuals lead healthier lives. The session also highlighted the social and emotional challenges faced by people living with Type 1 diabetes and emphasized the importance of creating an informed, supportive and inclusive community.
Through the interactive awareness initiative, students were encouraged to play an active role in spreading health awareness, promoting empathy and contributing to community welfare.
The initiative reflected FAST-NUCES Islamabad Campus’s commitment to community engagement and social responsibility by equipping students with knowledge and encouraging their participation in public health awareness activities.
