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Dear Friends of NADI
In conjunction with World Diabetes Day on 14th November 2026, National Diabetes Institute (NADI) is organising a Virtual Walk campaign.
The objectives are to:
-Encourage physical activity to prevent diabetes
-Increase awareness of the importance of healthy lifestyles
-Raise funds to support NADI educational programmes and activities on diabetes awareness
-Promote self-monitoring blood glucose test (SMBG) through the giving out of glucometer (while stocks last)
Campaign Duration: 14 August - 14 November 2026
Walking Period
1st Month: 14 August - 13 September 2026
2nd Month: 14 September - 13 October 2026
3rd Month: 14 October -13 November 2026
Registration fee: RM 35
*Applicable to 1 (one) selected walking period only. To enter more than one walking period, please submit a new registration.
How to participate?
-You just need to complete at least 10,000 steps in a single day.
-Record your activity using any steps tracking app on your smartphone or smartwatch. Example- Google Fit, Samsung Fitness, Strava, Runkeeper, etc.
-Please submit your proof of achievement on Friday, at least once, within your selected walking period. Points will be awarded as: 10k steps=10 points.
-Your entry is only valid for your selected walking period (1st Month/ 2nd Month / 3rd Month).
-Partipants are encouraged to share walking moments on social media. Tag NADI on Instagram @nadidiabetes or Facebook page @NationalDiabetesInstituteNADI using the hashtag #FriendsofNADI
Giveaways
- The first 100 registrations will receive a free glucometer (provided while stocks last)
- One e-certificate will be awarded to each participant who successfully achieves 10k steps in a day (as per walking period)
Monthly Prizes
-Most steps of the months - RM 100 Cash Prize
-Best walking moment posting on social media - Hampers / Attractive Prizes
*Winners will be chosen based on creativity and a collective vote by NADI Board and Management. The decision is final, and no correspondence will be entertained.
Winners will be chosen based on points collection.
10k steps = 10 points
Social media post of walking moments = 2 points
Winners of monthly prizes will be announced on the Monday following the end of each walking period.
Walking Period
1st Month: 14 August - 13 September 2026
2nd Month: 14 September - 13 October 2026
3rd Month: 14 October -13 November 2026
Final Prize (After 3 months)
At the end of the programme, in conjunction with World Diabetes Day on 14th November 2026, NADI will choose a winner for:
Most consistent walker - Cash Prize RM 200
Winners will be chosen based on points collection.
10k steps = 10 points
Social media post of walking moments = 2 points
For more informations please reach out to the National Diabetes Institute (NADI) at
Email: enquiry@nadidiabetes.com.my or
Whatsapp: 019 - 662 2950 or
Call: 03 -7876 1676/ 1677
NADI Virtual Walk 2026
1st Month Walking Period: 14 Aug- 13 Sept 2026
1st Month Walking Period is over!
Shout Out to our Winner Ms. Michelle Sudian!
Who’s going to be our next winner? 👀
Keep walking, keep collecting points, and let’s see who takes the top spot next! 💪
NADI Virtual Walk 2026 – Leaderboard
Here’s the latest leaderboard for our NADI Virtual Walk 2026!
Keep moving, keep earning points, and see where you stand. 💪
2nd Month Walking Period: 14 Sept- 13 Oct 2026
Updated 25/09/2026
Leaderboard will be updated periodically
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Date : 15 - 17 October 2026
Venue: voco Kuching by IHG, Kuching, Sarawak, MALAYSIA
The National Diabetes Institute (NADI) of Malaysia, organises the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Series annually since its inception in 2002. In 2008, this CPD was expanded as “Diabetes Asia Conference” (DAC) to emphasise the uniqueness of diabetes presentation and management in Asians.
This year, the “Diabetes Asia 2026” Conference is to be held in Kuching, Sarawak on the island of Borneo with support from the Sarawak Government through BESARAWAK. While attending the Conference, participants will also have the opportunity to experience Sarawak’s diverse culture and appreciate its unique flora and fauna.
Join DAC 2026 NOW
Click for online registration: http://eepurl.com/jvijOo
Who Should Attend
Healthcare professionals responsible for managing people with diabetes including:
- General Physicians and Surgeons
- Primary Care Physicians
- General Practitioners
- Medical and Health Officers
- Trainee Lecturers
- Pharmacists
- Nutritionists and Dietitians
- Researchers (Clinical & Basic Sciences) in Diabetes
- Health Education Officers
- Diabetes Educators
- Medical and Surgical Specialists
- Other Healthcare Professionals involved in Diabetes Care
Objective of the Conference
The Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Series as “Diabetes Asia 2026” Conference aims to help improve management of diabetes with emphasis on recent advances and practical aspects of diabetes care. Participants are expected to be able to:
- Appreciate recent advances, practical aspects of diabetes care.
- Understand ways of ensuring early diagnosis and optimal management for good control of diabetes, complications and associated diseases
- Apply knowledge gained during the Conference to further improve care for persons with diabetes in the community
Invited Conference Speakers / Chairpersons
International Faculty
Local Faculty
Endocrinology
- Emeritus Professor Dato’ Mustaffa Embong, National Diabetes Institute
- Emeritus Professor Dato’ Ikram Shah Ismail, MAHSA University
- Professor Dato’ Anuar Zaini Md Zain, Beacon Hospital
- Professor Dato’ Mafauzy Mohamed, Universiti Sains Malaysia Hospital
- Professor G.R Letchuman, Monash University Malaysia
- Professor Loh Huai Heng, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
- Professor Norlaila Mustafa, Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM
- Associate Professor Norasyikin A. Wahab, Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM
- Associate Professor Wan Mohd Izani Wan Mohamed, Universiti Sains Malaysia Hospital
- Datuk Dr. Mohamed Badrulnizam Long Bidin, Prince Court Medical Centre
- Datuk Dr. Zanariah Hussein, Hospital Putrajaya
- Dr. Fatimah Zaherah Mohamed Shah, Universiti Teknolog MARA
- Dr. Florence Tan Hui Sieng, Hospital Umum Sarawak
- Dr. Ng Ooi Chuan, Universiti Putra Malaysia
- Dr. Lau Bik Kui, KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital
- Dr. Sim Sim Yang, Normah Medical Specialist Centre (Sponsored Session)
Paediatric Endocrinology
- Associate Professor Azriyanti Anuar Zaini, University Malaya Medical Centre (Sponsored Session)
- Dr. Cheng Hooi Peng, Hospital Umum Sarawak
- Dr. Lim Song Hai, Sabah Women and Children Hospital
- Dr. Nurshadia Samingan, University Malaya Medical Centre (Confirmed)
- Dr. Tee Pian Pian, Sabah Women and Children Hospital
Cardiology
- Professor Abdul Rashid Abdul Rahman, An-Nur Specialist Hospital Bangi (Sponsored Session)
- Associate Professor Hamat Hamdi Che Hassan, Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM
- Associate Professor Ling Hwei Sung, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
- Dr. Ong Tiong Kiam, Sarawak Heart Centre
Ophthalmology
- Professor Lim Lik Thai, University Malaysia Sarawak
Neurology
- Associate Professor Sim Chun Yang, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
Nephrology
- Dr. Joel Yap Guan Hui, Normah Medical Specialist Centre (Sponsored Session)
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
- Dr. Ho Yoke Fun, Hospital Umum Sarawak
- Dr. Liew Shan Fap, Timberland Medical Centre (Sponsored Session)
Psychiatry
- Dr. Azizah Saie, Hospital Umum Sarawak
Primary Care Physician
- Professor Thomas Kana@ Kamarudin Kana, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
Dietitian/ Nutritionist
- Professor Barakatun Nisak Mohd Yusof, Universiti Putra Malaysia
Pharmacist
- Dr. Melissa Mohammad Hirman, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
Nurse
- Ms Azylina Anak Gunggu, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
Others
- Dr. Ilda Qistina Sethw Hassan, Pharmaniaga Lifescience (Sponsored Session)
Conference Outline
Scientific Programme
DAC 2026 Final Announcement Brochure
DAC 2026 Final Announcement Poster
Media Partners
Diabetes Asia 2026 Featured in the Media
We are grateful for the media coverage of the Diabetes Asia 2026 Conference.
Read the articles below: