Bengal Model in Diabetes Care Gains Global Recognition

West Bengal's innovative approach to combat Type 1 diabetes, referred to as the 'Bengal model', has received international acclaim. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee highlighted the accomplishments after an endorsement from a Harvard Medical School Associate Professor, solidifying the state's model as a pioneering template in global diabetes treatment.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kolkata | Updated: 02-11-2025 13:54 IST | Created: 02-11-2025 13:54 IST
Bengal Model in Diabetes Care Gains Global Recognition
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The state of West Bengal has captured international attention with its pioneering approach to diabetes treatment, according to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

The West Bengal model for combating Type 1 diabetes has now become a template for others globally. Recognized for its innovative strategies, the model was recently applauded by Harvard Medical School Associate Professor Gene Bukhman, an esteemed figure in non-communicable disease treatment, during his visit to the SSKM hospital in the state.

In a post on the social media platform X, Banerjee expressed pride and offered congratulations to everyone involved in what she described as a first-of-its-kind state-piloted program in India, now recognized on the world stage.

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