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    Dasman Diabetes Institute
    
    Dasman Diabetes Institute (DDI) was established under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah, the late Amir of the State of Kuwait, and the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) to combat the prevalence of diabetes in Kuwait.
    
    Our Mission
    
    To address the diabetes epidemic in Kuwait through focused diabetes research, integrated prevention, training and education.
    
    Our Vision
    
    To be the leading diabetes institute in the MENA region and to be recognized internationally.
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    Dasman Diabetes Institute
    
    Dasman Diabetes Institute (DDI) was established under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah, the late Amir of the State of Kuwait, and the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) to combat the prevalence of diabetes in Kuwait.
    
    Our Mission
    
    To address the diabetes epidemic in Kuwait through focused diabetes research, integrated prevention, training and education.
    
    Our Vision
    
    To be the leading diabetes institute in the MENA region and to be recognized internationally.
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Diabetes
- - What is Diabetes?
    About Diabetes
    Diabetes is a chronic health condition that is characterized by high blood glucose levels. Under normal conditions, the body uses sugar (glucose) to produce energy that is required to perform essential and daily functions.
    
    There are some basic actions that should be taken by all people with diabetes, whether type 1 or 2, to maintain good health and to prevent/delay diabetes-related complications.
    
    Learn more about diabetes!
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Research at DDI
- - Research at DDI
    About Our Research
    Our Research Sector is directed towards transforming scientific discoveries into clinically applicable models to reduce the incidence and impact of diabetes and its complications.
    
    Through our translational research, we aim to utilize effective prevention strategies to benefit and improve the lives of the Kuwaiti population affected by diabetes.
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    Departments
    
    Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
    Genetics & Bioinformatics
    Microbiology & Immunology
    Population Health
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    Facilities
    
    Animal & Imaging Core Facility
    National Dasman Diabetes Biobank
    Omics Core Facility
Medical Services
- - Medical Services at DDI
    About Our Medical Services
    Our Medical Services use the highest standards of medical care and the latest research findings to tackle all aspects of diabetes prevention, treatment, and management.
    
    We offer educational programs for people with t1dm, t2dm, medical professionals, and caregivers.
    
    We also offer clinical research programs, in collaboration with reputable international institutions, to offer innovative treatment plans to improve overall health.
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    Medical Facilities
    
    Diagnostic Imaging Center
    Clinical Skills Center
    Medical Fitness Center
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Internship & Training
- - Training at DDI
    About Our Training Programs
    DDI aims to provide education and training to patients, caregivers, undergraduates, graduates, and medical professionals.
    
    At our facilities, you can master new techniques, gain experience from our scientists and medical professionals, and learn how to save a life.
  - Programs
    Internships
    
    Summer Internship Program
    
    Educational Programs
    
    Clinical Skills Center
    Online Education Programs

Tansforming the health and wellbeing of people living with diabetes and those at risk.

We are dedicated to providing the highest standards of patient-centric, evidence-based nutritional care, advancing nutritional knowledge through research, and educating the next generation of dietitians.