Diabetes
Understanding blood sugar
Diabetes affects how the body produces or uses insulin, the hormone that helps regulate blood sugar. Over time, raised blood sugar can affect several parts of the body.
A useful conversation:
Discuss your recent blood-test reports, current medicines, and any questions about ongoing monitoring with your healthcare professional.
Read the WHO fact sheetBlood pressure
Know your blood pressure
Hypertension means blood pressure remains too high. It often has no noticeable symptoms, so measurement is important. Long-term high blood pressure can affect the heart, brain, and kidneys.
A useful conversation:
Bring a record of any recent blood pressure readings and a list of your current medicines to your consultation.
Read the WHO fact sheetJoint health
When joints affect daily life
Osteoarthritis affects the whole joint and can cause pain, stiffness, swelling, and difficulty moving. Its impact varies from person to person.
A useful conversation:
Describe which joints are affected, how long you have noticed changes, and how your daily activities are impacted.
Read the WHO fact sheetAsthma
Understanding breathing concerns
Asthma is a chronic lung condition in which inflammation and narrowing of the airways can lead to cough, wheezing, breathlessness, or chest tightness.
A useful conversation:
Discuss your symptoms, triggers, and current treatment with your healthcare professional. Ask about an individual asthma action plan.
Read the WHO fact sheet