Covid 19 information for people with Diabetes: Dr. Tom Babu


Dr. Tom Babu, Consultant Diabetologist & Endocrinologist from Kochi very aptly quoted that people with diabetes should keep their blood sugar levels in control in order to prevent themselves from coronavirus infection

So what diet they should eat & other safety meaures they can adopt..
To know more , watch the full video

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