Malaysian Diabetes Educators Society

About MDES
MDES aims to improve the quality of life for people affected by diabetes, as well as those who are at risk, by enhancing self-management skills through education and public awareness.
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MDES Objective
Supporting Diabetes Educators through education and training, capacity building, workplace initiatives, advocacy and representation
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MDES Membership
Benefits of Becoming MDES Members:
  • Scholarships
  • Access to Members-Only Materials
  • Regular Updates related to Diabetes Education
  • Discounts for MDES Events and lots more
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MDES Vision

Improving life of people affected by, and at risk of diabetes through optimal health and wellness

MDES Mission

To lead and advocate best practice of diabetes education by promoting healthy living and diabetes self-management
Facilitating Effective Networks

between Diabetes Educators, the health system and the community


Supporting Diabetes Educators

through education and training, capacity building, workplace initiatives, advocacy and representation

Addressing and Assisting

health needs of communities including targeting chronic disease management, self care and continous diabetes education

Improving Access

to quality diabetes education services

Since 2007

More than 13 years of experience

Over 100+

Events have been organised

Promoting

Personalised & Effective Diabetes Education

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Our Latest Events

Facilitating effective networks between Diabetic Educators, the health system and the community
2024 Diabetes Lifestyle Summit

2024 Diabetes Lifestyle Summit

Dear Members,You are invited to attend the 2024 Diabetes Lifestyle Summit.This year’s Summit will feature two areas of focus: Managing Diabetes in the Golden Years (Part 1) and A Sneak Peek on Sexual…
NHMS 2023 Technical Report

NHMS 2023 Technical Report

Dear Valued MDES Members, Please click on this link below to download the National Health Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023 Technical Report:  https://mdes.org.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/report-nhms-2023-compressed.pdf Thank  you. Regards, MDES Executive Committee

2024 Diabetes Lifestyle Summit

Dear Members, You are invited to attend the 2024 Diabetes Lifestyle Summit.This year’s Summit will feature two areas of focus: Managing Diabetes in the Golden Years (Part 1) and A Sneak Peek on Sexual Health in Diabetes (Part 2). This virtual event offers a unique opportunity to connect with distinguished experts, expand your knowledge, and enhance holistic diabetes care for patients.    Details are as follows: Theme: Diabetes Lifestyle Management: Patient Care in the Golden Years & A Sneak Peek on Sexual Health Date/Day: November 23rd, 2024 (Saturday) Time: 9.00am to 1.30pm Synopsis: As Malaysia’s population ages, addressing diabetes management in the elderly is more critical than ever. This event explores the complexities of managing diabetes in older adults, focusing on vital challenges like malnutrition, physical inactivity, and other age-related factors that impact health. Not only that, an essential yet often neglected area of sexual health in diabetes care will also be highlighted by experts with discussion

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NHMS 2023 Technical Report

Dear Valued MDES Members, Please click on this link below to download the National Health Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023 Technical Report:  https://mdes.org.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/report-nhms-2023-compressed.pdf Thank  you. Regards, MDES Executive Committee

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Facilitating effective networks between Diabetic Educators, the health system and the community

2024 Diabetes Lifestyle Summit

Dear Members, You are invited to attend the 2024 Diabetes Lifestyle Summit.This year’s Summit will feature two areas of focus: Managing Diabetes in the Golden Years

NHMS 2023 Technical Report

Dear Valued MDES Members, Please click on this link below to download the National Health Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023 Technical Report:  https://mdes.org.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/report-nhms-2023-compressed.pdf Thank  you. Regards,