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The American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association share inspiration from patients and need-to-know information from experts As emerging science around COVID-19 highlights elevated danger for people with diabetes, heart disease and stroke 1, the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association urge people living with type 2 diabetes and/or cardiovascular disease to manage their conditions and look for unique opportunities to double-down on their health goals during the pandemic. Brandon Lewis of Dallas lives with diabetes, and now is dealing with being at

Rallying the community in the fight to end diabetes On April 25, the American Diabetes Association ® (ADA) will host its signature fundraising event, Step Out ® Walk: North Texas, bringing together the diabetes community, volunteers, and Diabetes Advocates to raise awareness and critical funds for people living with diabetes. This year’s walk will feature former Dallas Cowboy and Super Bowl XXV Champion Everson Walls as the grand marshal. Since 2025, Walls has served as an all-star ambassador for the ADA and a strong voice in the fight to end diabetes and find a cure. Time: 9:00 a.m. Location

New study points to diabetes management as critical factor in improving patient outcomes during pandemic outbreaks Findings of a new study show diabetes was the main risk factor for the accelerated advancement to a severe state in Japanese COVID-19 patients. Results of the retrospective analysis were presented at the virtual 81st Scientific Sessions of the American Diabetes Association ® (ADA). Throughout the pandemic, diabetes has persisted as a significant risk factor for COVID-19. In hospitalized patients with diabetes and COVID-19, one in 10 people die within seven days of admission

Last night Congress took an important step toward COVID-19 management and recovery, addressing health disparities and funding crucial diabetes research programs. The diabetes community has been disproportionately affected by this pandemic, and the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) is pleased that Americans with diabetes will soon see some relief during these difficult and extraordinary times. Although there’s still much more to be done to support those facing a heightened risk during this unprecedented public health and economic crisis – including ensuring continuity of health insurance

Dr. Kalyani will join the organization on August 11 Today, the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) announced the appointment of Rita Rastogi Kalyani, MD, MHS, as its new chief scientific and medical officer, effective August 11. Following a rigorous national search, Dr. Kalyani was selected for her distinguished scientific leadership, unwavering commitment to improving health outcomes, and vision for advancing the ADA’s mission to prevent and cure diabetes and improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes and living with overweight. Dr. Kalyani is no stranger to the ADA where she has

Diabetes is a balancing act, especially when you take insulin or oral medications that lower blood glucose (blood sugar), especially sulfonylureas.

Know your rights as a student with diabetes transitioning to college and beyond, including legal protections, accommodations, and strategies for managing your care independently in higher education.

Students with diabetes have the right to reasonable accommodations for standardized testing. Learn how to request accommodations.

Find out how legislators and policy makers can make a difference by supporting increased access to continuous glucose monitors (CGM) – a life-saving device for people with diabetes.