Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease characterized by high blood sugar levels due to insulin deficiency or resistance. With the increasing prevalence of diabetes globally, it is critical to assess the level of awareness about this condition among adults to inform public health strategies and educational interventions. This study aims to explore the knowledge and awareness of diabetes among adults, focusing on symptoms, risk factors, complications, and management practices. . The survey, conducted using a Google Form, gathered responses from a diverse sample of participants. Key findings reveal that a significant majority (73.7%) of respondents were female, with 50.6% aged between 20-35 years. Most respondents (76.4%) were students, and 89.5% had some knowledge about diabetes. However, there was a notable gap in understanding effective diabetes management, with only 70.9% aware of proper management practices. The study also highlights the prevalence of lifestyle factors, such as physical activity levels and sugar consumption, that influence diabetes outcomes. Additionally, 57.9% of respondents reported a family history of diabetes, and 42.1% used insulin as a management strategy. Future recommendations include implementing sugar taxes, expanding access to healthy food options, and increasing funding for diabetes research and prevention programs. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions, improved education, and policy changes to better manage diabetes and reduce its impact on affected individuals. Increased awareness can potentially lead to earlier diagnoses, improved preventive measures, and better support for patients and their families. This comprehensive approach sheds light on the challenges of diabetes and the importance of awareness in mitigating its impact.

Key words:

LADA: Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults, MODY: Maturity onset Diabetes of the young, NH:Neonatal hemochromatosis, HbA1C: Test of diabetes hemoglobin A1C, CGM: Continuous Glucose Monitor, OGGT:Oxoguanine glycosylase,