Dong-A Socio Group, Beyond Diabetes: Commemorative Event for the '6.5km Walking Campaign' of Hope

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Gwan-joo] Dong-A Socio Holdings announced on the 13th that it held a commemorative event for the 'Beyond Diabetes, Steps of Hope, 6.5km Walking Campaign' at the Hwaback Convention Center in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, in collaboration with the Diabetes Research Foundation.

The 6.5km walking campaign carries the goal of maintaining glycated hemoglobin, one of the diagnostic criteria for diabetes, below 6.5%. The campaign was organized to raise awareness of the importance of walking exercise and to motivate diabetes patients.

This campaign runs from May 10 to June 30 and is open to diabetes patients, their families, and the general public. Participants can download the step-donation mobile application ‘Big Walk’ and donate their daily measured steps by selecting the 6.5km walking campaign.

The donations raised through step contributions will be used to support underprivileged diabetes patients through the Diabetes Research Foundation.

Previously, the 6.5km walking campaigns held in May and November last year resulted in about 3.9 billion steps, which was 316% more than the target, turning into valuable donations. The funds raised were used to support underprivileged diabetes patients.

A Dong-A Socio Holdings official said, “Diabetes requires continuous management, a regular lifestyle, and exercise. Through this 6.5km walking campaign, we hope diabetes patients regain their health and donate their steps. We also ask for active participation not only from diabetes patients and their families but also from the general public.”

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