📍 Kingdom of Bahrain - Manama 📞 +973 1772 7773 ✉ info@diabetes.bh
🏅 Accredited Nonprofit Organization Since 1989

Together Towards a Life
Free of Diabetes Complications

Since 1989, the Bahrain Diabetes Society has worked to educate the community and people living with diabetes about the latest healthcare developments and prevention methods, in partnership with the Ministry of Health and the International Diabetes Federation.

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589M
People affected worldwide
17.6%
Prevalence in the Middle East
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95%
Of Type 2 cases can be prevented
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35+
Years of service
35+
Years of service
150+
Awareness events yearly
50,000+
Free screenings yearly
30+
Partner organizations
1989

Bahrain Diabetes Society

Over 35 years serving the Bahraini community

🌐 IDF member since 1992 🏛 Under the Ministry of Development 🏆 240+ societies worldwide

A Society Specialized in Education & Awareness

The Bahrain Diabetes Society is a nonprofit civil organization founded in 1989, affiliated with the Ministry of Social Development, and a member of the International Diabetes Federation since 1992.

  • Educating patients and families with the latest care methods
  • Organizing awareness campaigns in schools and shopping centers
  • Running health camps for children with diabetes
  • Establishing support groups for patients and their families
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What We Offer the Bahraini Community

We provide a complete system of educational, preventive, and support services for everyone who needs them

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Free Screening

Free screening campaigns for HbA1c and blood pressure at schools, clubs, and shopping centers.

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Health Education

Workshops and awareness lectures on nutrition, physical activity, and living safely with diabetes.

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Support Groups

Psychological and social support groups for patients and families to share experiences and knowledge.

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Children's Camps

Specialized summer camps for children with diabetes to teach them to manage the condition with confidence.

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Publications

Publishing educational leaflets and brochures in Arabic and English, distributed free of charge.

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Partnerships & Advocacy

We collaborate with government, private, and international institutions to promote prevention and care.

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Latest Updates From the Society & Health Sector

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November 12, 2025 Events

World Diabetes Day 2025 Activities

World Diabetes Day activities launched across the Kingdom in partnership with the Ministry of Health.

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October 3, 2025 Partnerships

MoU With Arabian Gulf University

A memorandum of understanding was signed to boost community awareness of diabetes prevention and joint research.

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September 21, 2025 Sports

Annual Diabetes Walkathon

More than 2,000 people took part in the annual walkathon raising diabetes awareness on Manama Corniche.

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Learn About the Main Types of Diabetes

Documented information from the World Health Organization and the International Diabetes Federation

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Type 1 Diabetes

Occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, requiring daily insulin injections. Most often diagnosed in children and teenagers.

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Type 2 Diabetes

More than 95% of people with diabetes have this type. It can be prevented or delayed through a healthy lifestyle.

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Gestational Diabetes

Affects pregnant women and usually disappears after birth, but increases the future risk of diabetes for mother and child.

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Join the Bahrain Diabetes Society Family

Be part of our mission in prevention and education. Your membership makes a real difference in the lives of patients and their families.