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The American Diabetes Association and Abbott Collaborate on First-of-Its-Kind Therapeutic Nutrition Program for People With Diabetes

Stuart Mitchell

On June 24, the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) and Abbott announced a collaboration aimed at better understanding how diabetes technology like continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems can help people living with diabetes make informed decisions about their food and activity. Dietary habits play a pivotal role in glucose control. Nonetheless, individual variations in glycemic response to the same foods make it very challenging to prescribe a universal nutritional plan for diabetes management. Clinical studies support that keeping glucose levels steady over time leads to better clinical outcomes for people with…

Diabetes UK receives 5 million to build support programme for young people with type 1

Stuart Mitchell

Diabetes UK have announced  a new £5m donation on their website with the following post: We’re thrilled to announce an incredible £5 million donation from the Steve Morgan Foundation to develop a life-changing new programme to support young people across the UK aged 11-25 with type 1 diabetes. Why we need this programme Life with diabetes can be relentless, and thousands of young people with type 1 report feeling down about their condition, that they don’t feel in control, and that it’s holding them back. Many feel isolated, often having…

Tesco Health Charity Partnership fundraiser to help lower the risk of cancer, heart disease and type 2 diabetes

Stuart Mitchell

Leading charities have linked-up with Tesco to launch a campaign that aims to raise much-needed funds to help people lead healthier lives. Tesco stores across the UK are coming together to support the Tesco Health Charity Partnership and raise money for Cancer Research UK, the British Heart Foundation and Diabetes UK from 13-26 September. Tesco customers can make a donation by rounding up the amount they spend in stores to the nearest £1 at all self-service checkouts. All funds raised will go directly to the three charities, which are part…

American Diabetes Association® Launches Count Me In Campaign to Change the Numbers on the Diabetes Epidemic: Can We Count You In?

Stuart Mitchell

This November, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) is highlighting the numbers that matter most when it comes to those living with, at risk and supporting those with diabetes. Count Me In is not just an awareness campaign; it is a call to action for all of us. Visit diabetes.org/CountMeInADA to answer the call today. In November, show your solidarity, whether you have diabetes, you’re supporting someone who has it, or you’re a caregiver, health care provider, or friend. Raise your voice, mark your fist and share your image on social…

NFL Quarterback Philip Rivers and Wife, Tiffany, Launch ‘Change the Game™’ Diabetes Awareness Campaign

Stuart Mitchell

On World Diabetes Day, NFL Los Angeles Chargers Quarterback Philip Rivers and wife, Tiffany, announce the ‘Change the Game’™ campaign kicking off today with a commitment to raise funds and awareness for Type 1 Diabetes through the swimwear brand co-founded by Tiffany Rivers and partner Marissa DeLecce, Hermoza. Hermoza has teamed up with three of the top recognized charities – JDRF, Insulin for Life and Diabetes Research Connection (DRC) to raise funds through the ‘Change the Game™’ contest campaign. With the purchase of a custom-designed ‘Change the Game™’ campaign hat or t-shirt for $30…