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Missourians are increasingly feeling the effects of diabetes as thousands of people suffer from the disease, and many others have diabetes and do not yet know it! It is estimated that one out of every three children born after 2000 in the United States will be directly affected by diabetes.

That is why the American Diabetes Association's St. Louis area office is so committed to educating the public about how to stop diabetes and support those living with the disease.

We are here to help.

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In Memorium - Ed Hirsch

With great sadness we announce the passing of Ed Hirsch, Emeritus Member of the St. Louis ADA Community Leadership Board, and pioneer and driving force with his late wife Gloria of Bike-A-Thon and Camp EDI. Each year Ed visited Camp EDI, and with his wonderful smile and a sparkle in his eye, he would tell us that the visit was absolutely the highlight of his year. Ed left us on Saturday, June 8, the opening day of 2013 Camp EDI. Ed and Gloria's legacy will live on as lives of children with diabetes are changed, improved and inspired by their camp experience and the bond that forms with their peers with diabetes. To those of you who knew and loved Ed and Gloria, we join you in this time of sorrow.

Tour de Cure®

June 1, 2013
Alton Riverfront Amphitheater

Join over 1,000 cyclists on June 1, 2013 in the fight to Stop Diabetes, at the St. Louis Tour de Cure. A new Start/Finish location, at the Alton Riverfront Amphitheater, and updated routes will take you through beautiful rural Illinois with various terrains from flat to moderate rolling hills. Cyclists of all ages can find a route that suits them in this well-supported ride. Rest stops are located approximately every 10 miles and are stocked with water, snacks, beverages and first aid. Support vehicles patrol the routes for your assistance and safety. Following your ride enjoy an extraordinary post-event party that includes live music and great food! Bring your swimsuit; all participants receive FREE admission into Raging Rivers Water Park in Grafton, Illinois.

Register today!

Camp EDI Registration is now open!

Blue Mountain Camp in Fredericktown, Missouri

American Diabetes Association Camp EDI is an overnight camp for youth ages 7 to 17 with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. This camp provides the campers with the opportunity to learn diabetes self management skills and the importance of counting carbohydrates, diet and exercise. They also learn to be more independent in their diabetes management.

• Get Acquainted Party – April 13, 2013 at Blue Mountain Camp in Fredericktown, Missouri
• The Gloria Hirsch Camp for Children with Diabetes - Full Session - Ages 9 to 15, June 8 to 15, 2013; Counselors-in-Training Ages: 16 to 17
• Mini Session Boys - Ages 7 to 8, June 8 to 11, 2013
• Mini Session Girls - Ages 7 to 8, June 12 to 15, 2013

Online registration for Camp EDI is now open. Visit www.diabetes.org/adacampedi to begin the process.

Circus Flora

June 22, 2013

Family Link is proud to be guests at Circus Flora again this summer!

Family Link is an educational, advocacy and family to family outreach program that equips families with the tools to increase diabetes management skills. Family Link is a local program that enables families of kids or teens with diabetes to get to know each other and increase support networks.