In a study conducted among school students in coimbatore district, doctors were shocked to find that some students between the ages of 10 and 15 are at risk of developing diabetes, and some are taking medication for diabetes. Since diet and lifestyle changes are the cause, it has been reported that parents have an important role to play in correcting these. Type 1 diabetes is common among children. However, symptoms of type 2 diabetes, which is now common in adults at the age of 40, have been found in students under the age of 10. PSG Medical college conducted health-related research among school students. 400 students were included in this study. In this, many students showed signs of type 2 diabetes.
PSG Medical and Research college Research Division director Dr. sudha Ramalingam said: We conducted basic health-related research on 400 school students in Coimbatore. Out of 400, 16 percent of the students showed signs of type 2 diabetes, which is common in adults. This study was conducted in rural areas. If a study is conducted among students who have a high consumption of fast food, such as pizza and burgers, in urban areas, this percentage may increase further. The study results are a sign of great danger. Besides, it has also been revealed that out of 100 students aged 10-15, 6-7 are taking medicine for insomnia. mobile phone use is a cause of insomnia. As the night shift changes, the entire health 'system' also changes. If the future of today's children is to be healthy, everyone - school, parents, government - needs to work together. In all types of schools, one hour of sports class should be mandatory every day. Just like the importance given to other subjects, sports classes should be given. parents should guide children to avoid all fast foods like chocolate and biscuits. Thus, he said. In rural areas of coimbatore, we conducted basic health studies on 400 school students. Out of 400, 16 percent of students showed signs of type 2 diabetes in adults. If a study is conducted among students in urban areas who have a high food culture of pizza and burgers, this percentage may increase further.

In all types of schools, one hour of sports class should be mandatory every day. Just like the importance given to other subjects, sports classes should be given as well. parents should guide their children to avoid all fast foods, such as chocolate and biscuits. This is the time for teachers and parents to work together.

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