AS we mark World Diabetes Day today, Pakistan faces a troubling question: how many people are living with diabetes without knowing it? The International Diabetes Federation estimates that 34.5m adults in Pakistan have diabetes, including 9.3m who are unaware of their condition. Without timely diagnosis and treatment, the disease can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart, often before symptoms become apparent. The cost extends beyond individual suffering. The federation estimates that diabetes-related healthcare spending........

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