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The latest press releases:
November 6, 2009
The American Diabetes Association Applauds Congress for Their Tireless Commitment to Reforming the Nation’s Health System
Alexandria, VA – The American Diabetes Association announces its support of the Affordable Health Care for America Act (H.R. 3962) and commends the House of Representatives for including provisions that will make health care more accessible to the millions of Americans with diabetes and other chronic diseases.
November 2, 2009
As America Earns Failing Grade, American Diabetes Association Launches Movement to Stop Diabetes
Alexandria, VA – Americans earn a failing grade on diabetes awareness, based on survey results released today by the American Diabetes Association.
October 29, 2009
Pivotal Diabetes Prevention Study Reinforced
Alexandria, VA – A study published online today and in an upcoming edition of The Lancet provides evidence that intensive lifestyle changes aimed at modest weight loss and increased physical activity continue to reduce the rate of developing type 2 diabetes after 10 years. Results from the Diabetes Prevention Program Outcomes Study (DPPOS) indicate that lifestyle intervention reduced the onset of type 2 diabetes by 34 percent compared with placebo.
October 21, 2009
Diabetes Forecast Brings Indulgence to the Kitchen
Alexandria, VA – When someone is diagnosed with diabetes, some of the first questions usually are about food: What can I eat? What sacrifices must I make? Will I ever enjoy a good meal again? Diabetes Forecast, the consumer magazine of the American Diabetes Association, is setting out to transform these worries into opportunities this November. In a special food issue, the magazine features recipes and photos to inspire delicious yet healthy holiday meals, along with clever tips on cooking diabetes-friendly food.
September 25, 2009
Is It Time to Stop Diabetes?
Alexandria, VA – The American Diabetes Association will be Encouraging Americans to Join a National Movement to Fight a Disease that Strikes Every 20 Seconds.
