As part of the activities organized by the Continuing Education Unit, and in collaboration with the Women’s Affairs Unit at the College of Pharmacy, the Deanery hosted a valuable scientific lecture titled:
“Laboratory Assessment of Insulin Resistance and Its Relationship to Type 2 Diabetes: A Special Focus on Its Role in Women.”
The lecture was held on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in the college’s main hall, with the attendance of the assistant deans and faculty members.
The lecture was delivered by Lecturer Khairiya Abdul Rahman, who addressed the various types and causes of diabetes, with a particular focus on gestational diabetes due to its significant implications for women’s health. She provided a detailed explanation of the concept of insulin resistance, methods of its measurement, and the global rise in its prevalence.
In the latter part of the lecture, she presented the latest techniques used to measure glucose levels, emphasizing the concept of Mean Amplitude of Glycemic Excursions (MAGE) — a critical factor in evaluating glycemic control and predicting chronic diabetes complications. She noted that measuring MAGE requires advanced equipment not typically available in standard laboratories, highlighting the importance of ongoing technological advancement in this field.
This lecture is part of a broader series of scientific activities aimed at keeping pace with the latest developments in pharmaceutical and medical sciences, while also enhancing health awareness among faculty members, students, and the wider community.
