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Día de Alerta de la Diabetes: Conozca Su Riesgo

La Asociación Americana de la Diabetes promueve la
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Diabetes Alert Day: Learn Your Risk

The American Diabetes Association urges early awareness…
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The American Diabetes Association Announces the 2026 National Scientific and Health Care Achievement Award Winners

The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) is pleased to

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The American Diabetes Association’s Statement on the Introduction of the INSULIN Act of 2026

The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) applauds…
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The American Diabetes Association Praises Passage of the Labor Health and Human Services Appropriations Bill  

The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) applauds the…
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Statement from the American Diabetes Association on New Dietary Guidelines for Americans

The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) recognizes the

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Step Out: Hawaii to Unite the Community in the Fight to End Diabetes

On March 21, the American Diabetes Association ® (ADA)…
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Ride in Support of People Living with Diabetes at the 2026 Tour de Cure: Arizona

Cycling event raises funds to support diabetes research
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CVS Health Foundation grants the American Diabetes Association $2.6 Million to Expand Maternal Diabetes Program Across Two Additional NYC Communities

Building on 18 months of proven success, the initiative…

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The American Diabetes Association Names Don Feltham as the Inaugural Regional Advocacy Council Advocate of the Year

The Regional Advocacy Council Advocate of the Year award
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The American Diabetes Association Honors Dr. Rodriguez with Federal Advocate of the Year Award

The Federal Advocate of the Year Award from the American
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The American Diabetes Association Honors Dr. Bindlish as State Advocate of the Year

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American Diabetes Association Presents Latest COVID-19 Findings with Five Comprehensive Panel Symposia at the 81st Scientific Sessions

Leading diabetes researchers and clinicians from around the world highlight impact of pandemic on patient outcomes and key learnings The
Published: Thursday, June 24, 2021
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American Diabetes Association Partners with Southern University Law Center to Advocate for Millions with Diabetes through Project DEAL

All too often, people affected by diabetes find themselves facing discrimination and needing help to protect their rights in the courts
Published: Tuesday, June 22, 2021
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Important Updates to the 2021 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes Issued by American Diabetes Association Experts

Today, the American Diabetes Association ® (ADA) issued important updates to the 2021 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes (Standards of…
Published: Wednesday, June 16, 2021
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The American Diabetes Association is proud to partner with leading experts in the field of diabetes—each one directed to advancing the treatment and prevention of this disease.

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CEO Charles
Charles D. Henderson

Chief Executive Officer

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Lisa Murdock

Chief Advocacy Officer 

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Dr. Rita Rastogi Kalyani
Rita Rastogi Kalyani, MD, MHS

Chief Scientific & Medical Officer

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Osagie Ebekozien MD, MPH, CPHQ
Osagie Ebekozien, MD, MPH, CPH

Chief Quality Officer

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Marlon Pragnell
Marlon Pragnell, PhD

Vice President, Research & Science 

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Samar Hafida, MD, Vice President, Obesity Association
Samar Hafida, MD

Vice President, Obesity Association

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Crystal Woodward
Crystal Woodward, MPS

Managing Director, Legal Advocacy/Safe at School