WCT Driving Greater Diabetes Awareness
27 November 2025
In conjunction with World Diabetes Awareness Month in November, WCT, through its WCTGives initiative, joined forces with Kedidi Global to host a diabetes awareness talk, “Preventing Limb Loss: The Silent Threat of Diabetes,” on 27 November 2025 at Le Méridien Petaling Jaya, exclusively for WCT employees.
The session drew an encouraging turnout of over 100 employees and featured health screenings, an educational booth on prosthetics and hidden sugar content, and expert insights from Dr. Saraswathy Tangamani, Family Medicine Specialist from PKD Petaling.
Here's some of the event highlights:
1. Health Screening Stations
Employees received valuable insights from health screenings, including one-to-one medical consultations for those identified as high risk.
2. Kedidi Exhibition Booth
An informative booth showcased Kedidi Global’s mission and highlighted eye-opening facts about hidden sugars in everyday foods.
3. Health Awareness Talk
Dr. Saraswathy Tangamani, Family Medicine Specialist from PKD Petaling, shared valuable insights on diabetes and the essential preventive measures to reduce long-term health risks.
The session highlights WCT’s commitment to empowering employees with the knowledge to recognise risks early, seek timely care, and adopt healthier habits.
