Community Engagement

· Diabetes is a a chronic condition that is common in the UAE

· Coordinated efforts by healthcare providers and the community is needed to delay diabetes in patients at risk and to curb diabetes progression

· As part of the healthcare team, pharmacists are responsible to provide diabetes education to the community

· Students can improve communication skills by interacting with the community members

· Students can acquire skills required to promote health of the community

· Students can improve their teamwork skills

· The activity can help the workers to engage in activities that maintain good health and prevent diseases