Diabetes & Pregnancy

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 https://thespaper.com/2020/10/01/diabetes-and-pregnancy/


One of my best articles and i am humbled by the amazing support i got from women who've experienced the worst during the course pregnancy upto birth.


Read and share your experiences, as we continue to raise Awareness and at the end of the day Raise our voices. #ActOnNCDs

Follow the link above for the article

Thank you for the read👏🏼

Unite for Diabetes👌🏼

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