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November 14·Every year

World Diabetes Day

Marks the birthday of Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin in 1921. The blue circle logo is recognized globally. Over 500 million adults live with diabetes.

Category: Awareness
Observed in: CanadaofficialUnited StatesofficialIndiaofficialUnited KingdomofficialAustraliaofficial

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