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American Diabetes Association® regarding proposed changes at the U.S. Postal Service and the impact on millions of people with diabetes
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) plays a vital role in the lives of all Americans and, in the context of the current pandemic, this role is now more pronounced than ever. This is particularly true for the 34 million Americans with diabetes, because so many of them rely on the U.S. mail for shipments of medication and medical supplies. Put simply, delays in mail shipments of medications put these lives at risk. "Even greater numbers of people with diabetes – who are at uniquely high risk for the worst COVID-19 outcomes – are having their medications mailed to them to ensure they limit unnecessary
One in Three People with Diabetes Do Not Receive Support Needed to Deal with Emotional Aspects of Living with Diabetes
Denmark study of self-reported data from more than 9,000 people finds overall need for better access to psychological and other non-medical diabetes care for people living with diabetes and their caregivers Results presented today at the American Diabetes Association’s® (ADA’s) 80th Virtual Scientific Sessions show 18% of people living with diabetes in Denmark needed a referral for a psychologist but had not been offered one, and 36% said they did not receive the support they needed to cope with their emotions related to diabetes. The research was compiled through the study, “Psychological
The American Diabetes Association and The Leapfrog Group Name 17 Hospitals as “Recognized Leaders in Caring for People Living with Diabetes”
Today, the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) and The Leapfrog Group announced the first hospitals to receive national designation as Recognized Leaders in Caring for People Living with Diabetes. The designation reflects a strong commitment to the safety and well-being of hospitalized people living with diabetes. An estimated 30% of hospitalized people are living with diabetes , and more than 200,000 hospitalized people die every year from preventable safety problems. “These hospitals are leading the nation in dedication to people with diabetes. Safe, effective, patient-centered care from
The American Diabetes Association and Abbott Collaborate on First-of-Its-Kind Therapeutic Nutrition Program for People with Diabetes
Today, 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
The American Diabetes Association Commences its 83rd Scientific Sessions to Showcase Game Changing Diabetes Advances
On June 23, the American Diabetes Association ® (ADA) will kick off the 83rd Scientific Sessions in San Diego, CA. The ADA’s Scientific Sessions is the world’s largest diabetes meeting, convening more than 12,000 leading physicians, scientists, and health care professionals from around the globe. The hybrid meeting will feature the latest scientific findings in diabetes, including more than 190 sessions and 2,000 original research presentations starting June 23 through June 26 at the San Diego Convention Center. Diabetes is among the top ten leading causes of death in the United States, with
American Diabetes Association Announces New Grants Available to Further Research Impact of Health Disparities on Diabetes Community
Today, the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) announced that applications are now being accepted to provide new grants for research into the impact of health disparities on the diabetes community in order to address these health inequities. With over $1 million in total grant awards, the ADA is broadening its reach into the health disparities space to accomplish the goal of identifying and ending systemic health inequities in our communities and the impact disproportionately high rates of diabetes are having on these communities. “As scientists and medical professionals begin to digest
American Diabetes Association and the Baxter International Foundation Partner in Health Equity Initiative to Address Barriers to Diabetes Management
Today, the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) and the Baxter International Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Baxter International Inc., announced a new partnership as part of the ADA’s Health Equity Now (HEN) platform to address health disparities for people with diabetes in Chicago’s underserved Black communities. Made possible with a three-year, $2 million grant from the Baxter International Foundation, the community-based program will focus on nutrition and technology as key drivers in removing barriers to diabetes care and promoting diabetes prevention. “Health inequity is real, and
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