Category Archives: Advocacy

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Better Health for Asian Americans — and All Moms and Babies

Posted on May 23, 2013 by
Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month

This Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month, let’s all support efforts to improve the health of this and other at-risk communities! Continue reading →

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Looking Out for Women’s Health

Posted on May 14, 2013 by
women's health week

Mother’s Day kicked off National Women’s Health Week, an effort to empower women to make their health a priority and encourage them to take steps to improve their physical and mental health and lower their risks of certain diseases, including diabetes. Let’s take a quick look at what makes women so special when it comes to diabetes. Continue reading →

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Drive to Stop Diabetes

Posted on May 9, 2013 by
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The American Diabetes Association has teamed up with NASCAR’s Ryan Reed for the Drive to Stop Diabetes℠ awareness campaign! Continue reading →

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Celebrating People in Action to Stop Diabetes: Northern Arizona and Miami-Dade

Posted on April 25, 2013 by

It’s National Volunteer Appreciation Week and the American Diabetes Association is celebrating service for people touched by diabetes. These 2012 Stop Diabetes Community Award winners demonstrate what volunteering for a great cause is all about! Continue reading →

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Celebrating People in Action to Stop Diabetes: Hawaii and Louisiana

Posted on April 23, 2013 by
Ewa Makai Middle School PSA winners, Hawaii

It’s National Volunteer Appreciation Week and the American Diabetes Association is celebrating service for people touched by diabetes. These 2012 Stop Diabetes Community Award winners demonstrate what volunteering for a great cause is all about! Continue reading →

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A Brighter Future for People with Pre-Existing Conditions

Posted on March 22, 2013 by
Veronica of Charlotte, N.C., was diagnosed with diabetes at age 8. She is pictured here with her mother, Nikki.

Tomorrow, March 23, marks the third anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and we celebrate the important role this piece of legislation has already played in advancing the fight to Stop Diabetes. Let’s take a look a closer look at how the ACA can help improve the lives and outlook of those living with or caring for someone with diabetes. Continue reading →

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Tell Congress to Stop Diabetes!

Posted on March 5, 2013 by
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Just because you aren’t in D.C., doesn’t mean you can’t participate in Call to Congress on Wednesday, March 6! We need your help to make sure the message delivered on Capitol Hill is heard loud and clear. Learn how. Continue reading →

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