Diabetes Health Talk

American Diabetes Association

In 2008, the American Diabetes Association had a lot to be proud of. Their accomplishments prove that one organization can have such a profound and positive affect (and effect) on so many lives. They should be proud of what they have accomplished, and have lain the groundwork for other to continue the fight for health and equality.

The ADA provided $42.5 million toward funding research to combat type 1 and type 2 diabetes in people of all ages and races. This research is key to all people affected by diabetes as it has a significant impact on prevention, treatment, and the search for a cure.

A significant legislative victory that was a major break through for the diabetes community came with the extension of two programs funding diabetes research, prevention, and education at the Indian Health Service (IHS) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Fighting Discrimination Against People with Diabetes

Having worked in the field of Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling and Workers Compensation Adjusting and holding my Certified Rehabilitation Counselor’s license, This year’s passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act is another success in the fight against diabetes and the discrimination that may come with having a chronic disease. This legislation, which is the most significant piece of anti-discrimination legislation for people with diabetes since the original Americans with Disabilities Act was passed in 1990, restores the true intent of the landmark law and ensures that people with diabetes and other serious illnesses are protected from discrimination.

Creating A Healthy Environment

The American Diabetes Association works with the diabetes community to prevent and cure diabetes, and to improve the lives of all people with diabetes. To pursue this mission, the Association continues to provide people of all ages, ethnicity and backgrounds with access to credible, reliable information and support through community programs that reach people where they live, work, play and worship.