Conference to address diabetes in Mayotte

RéDiab Ylang 976 is organizing a conference on Monday, November 2, in the Boboka neighborhood. The event brings together health professionals to kick off a month of diabetes awareness and screening activities across the department.

Diabetes risk linked to obesity rates

According to the EpiMay 2025 nutritional survey, obesity—a major risk factor for diabetes—affects nearly one in two women and a quarter of men in Mayotte. This highlights the urgent need for public health interventions in the region.

Conference details and speakers

The conference, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Saïd Hassani M’Nagnochi alley, will feature Dr. Assef Zabi, the reference doctor for RéDiab Ylang 976. He will review the epidemiological situation in Mayotte. Dr. Breno Speckhann, a diabetologist at the Mayotte Hospital Center (CHM), will present new treatment options.

Multidisciplinary discussions and free screenings

A multidisciplinary roundtable at 10:55 a.m. will discuss issues related to diet, physical activity, and cultural representations that hinder screening. Mathieu Epinoux will also present a free screening program to be deployed in the island's partner pharmacies from November 2 to November 30, coordinated with the Regional Health Agency (ARS).

Health Village to expand outreach

A Health Village will be set up on the football field in Chirongui on Saturday, November 14, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. It will offer blood sugar assessments and personalized advice, further expanding the reach of the diabetes awareness campaign.