Panelists to discuss translating evidence into real-world practice
The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) will host its annual State of Diabetes: Tennessee event on September 25, spotlighting the growing impact of diabetes and obesity in Tennessee while highlighting opportunities to improve prevention and care across the community.
Time and date: September 25 from 8:00-11:00 a.m.
Location: Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave Franklin, TN 37064
Register for free: diabetes.org/SODNashville
“We’re excited to bring State of Diabetes: Tennessee back for another year. State of Diabetes brings together employers, healthcare leaders, and community members united to improve health and well-being for individuals living with diabetes, obesity, or both. This event creates space to network, learn about emerging solutions, and collaborate on approaches that drive healthier lives and reduce costs,” said Sarah Schmitz, the ADA’s executive director in the Heartland.
Over 40 million Americans are living with diabetes, and every 21 seconds, another American is diagnosed. In Tennessee, approximately 817,000 adults, or 12.7% of the adult population, have diagnosed diabetes. Each year, an estimated 56,000 adults in the state are diagnosed. Additionally, approximately 38% of the adult population are living with obesity. State of Diabetes is an annual community event that brings together employers, payers, healthcare professionals, and community leaders for meaningful discussions around diabetes and obesity prevention, treatment, and improving access to care.
This year’s event will feature an expert panel discussion: From Diabetes & Obesity Guidelines to Outcomes: Translating Evidence Into Real-World Practice.
The event will include:
- A panel discussion led by distinguished experts sharing insights on diabetes and obesity
- A networking reception providing opportunities for attendees to collaborate and share ideas
- Interactive breakout activities designed to encourage deeper engagement on diabetes- and obesity-related topics
- The opportunity to connect during a pre-event mixer for ADA professional members or those interested in learning more about ADA professional membership
Attendees will also receive a variety of ADA resources designed to enhance diabetes prevention, management, and support, as well as access to a digital action-oriented toolkit summarizing key insights and strategies.
Media interested in previewing or attending the event can schedule an interview by emailing [email protected].
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About the American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is the nation’s leading voluntary health organization fighting to end diabetes and helping people thrive. For 86 years, the ADA has driven discovery and research to treat, manage, and prevent diabetes while working relentlessly for a cure. Through advocacy, program development, and education we work to improve the quality of life for the over 155 million Americans living with diabetes or prediabetes. To learn more or to get involved, visit us at diabetes.org or call 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383). Join us in the fight on Facebook (American Diabetes Association), Spanish Facebook (Asociación Americana de la Diabetes), LinkedIn (American Diabetes Association), and Instagram (@AmDiabetesAssn). To learn more about how we are advocating for everyone affected by diabetes, visit us on X (@AmDiabetesAssn).
