The slogan for this year’s World Diabetes Day, “Know more and do more for diabetes at work,” serves as a gentle reminder that the path to improved health frequently starts not in a doctor’s office, but when we arrive at work.

In our modern, fast-paced, and screen-focused world, many people find themselves sitting for most of their waking hours, whether at desks, in cars, or on the couch. However, studies indicate that extended periods of sitting can be as harmful as smoking. The saying "sitting is the new smoking" has emerged as a warning, encouraging us to reconsider how we allocate our time.