Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev on Multidisciplinary Geriatric Care

Dr. Jothydev Kesavadev was featured in Deccan Chronicle in an interview by Gilvester Assari, where he discussed the urgent need for a multidisciplinary approach to geriatric care. The article highlighted the importance of coordinated care involving physicians, geriatricians, endocrinologists, cardiologists, neurologists, physiotherapists, nutritionists, psychologists, nurses and social workers.

Dr. Jothydev emphasized that healthy ageing requires more than disease treatment. Prevention, early intervention, mental health, nutrition, physical activity, adult vaccination, caregiver education and adequate consultation time are essential for preserving mobility, independence and quality of life. He also noted that telemedicine and digital monitoring can play an important role in strengthening elderly care and supporting healthier, dignified ageing.

Awiqli® Arrives in India

Awiqli® (insulin icodec), the world’s first once-weekly basal insulin, has now arrived in India. This important innovation may help simplify diabetes management by reducing the need for daily basal insulin injections. Jothydev’s Diabetes & Research Centre (JDC) is pleased to welcome this advancement, having gained prior experience with insulin icodec through clinical trials.

14th JPEF Annual Global Diabetes Convention 2026

The 14th JPEF Annual Global Diabetes Convention 2026 was successfully held from 10-12 July 2026 at Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel, Kovalam, Kerala. The three-day international scientific conference brought together leading experts, researchers, and healthcare professionals to share the latest advances in diabetes care, technology, and clinical practice.

The convention featured an outstanding scientific programme comprising keynote lectures, orations, panel discussions, and evidence-based updates delivered by eminent national and international faculty. The sessions highlighted recent developments in diabetes management, continuous glucose monitoring, automated insulin delivery, obesity management, cardiovascular and renal protection, and emerging therapeutic innovations.

The conference was inaugurated by the Honourable Minister for Health, Government of Kerala, Shri K. Muraleedharan. With the participation of more than 180 faculty members and over 2,000 delegates from across India and abroad, the convention provided an exceptional platform for academic exchange, collaboration, and professional learning, making JPEF 2026 a resounding success.

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Launch of the ICRAS Tool

The ICRAST was launched on 11 July 2026 at the 14th JPEF Annual Global Diabetes Convention. This web-based platform integrates cardiovascular and renal risk assessment in people with type 2 diabetes, supporting early identification and personalized clinical intervention.

Dengue Vaccination in People with Diabetes: A Timely Review

A comprehensive review titled “Dengue Vaccination in People with Diabetes” will soon be published in the International Journal of Diabetes & Technology (IJDT). The paper was formally released during the 14th JPEF Annual Global Diabetes Convention 2026 by the Honourable Health Minister of Kerala, Shri K. Muraleedharan.

The review highlights the increased risk of severe dengue among people with diabetes, the biological mechanisms contributing to poor outcomes, and the potential role of dengue vaccination in endemic regions. It also emphasizes the need to integrate infectious disease prevention into routine diabetes care and to generate real-world evidence to guide future vaccination strategies.