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Kostas Tagkalos

5 March 2025

Kostas Tagkalos is a passionate advocate for people living with type 2 diabetes mellitus, dedicating his time and voice to raising awareness about the condition. Residing in Greece, Kostas combines his advocacy efforts with an illustrious career as a business consultant. His advocacy work for the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) Europe and in Greece focuses on educating the public about the complexities of the condition, promoting healthier lifestyles, and championing access to better medical care and technology. With the global rise in diabetes cases, his efforts are instrumental in fostering informed communities and empowering those affected by the disease to take control of their health. Kostas participates in joint efforts in various European Union-funded research programs and activities with the sole goal to raise the voice of patients and ensure that ‘nothing is done for us without us!’

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