Panelists to discuss Addressing Obesity and Diabetes: Strategies for Healthier Lives and Lower Costs
The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) is proud to once again host its annual State of Diabetes: Phoenix on World Diabetes Day, November 14, in the Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Center in Phoenix, AZ.
“Diabetes and obesity are two of the most pressing health challenges facing our communities today, and they impact not only individuals, but families, employers, and the broader economy,” said Natalia Mihilli, the ADA’s executive director in Arizona. “Through the State of Diabetes event, we are bringing together leaders and community members to find solutions, spark dialogue, and drive lasting change.”
Approximately 668,300 adults in Arizona, or 9.8% of the adult population, have diagnosed diabetes. Additionally, approximately 2.3 million adults in the state, or 31% of the adult population, have obesity.
For 85 years, the ADA has driven diabetes discovery and research. The annual State of Diabetes event serves as a pivotal gathering, uniting employers, industry leaders, health care professionals, and community members in support of the ADA’s mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Increasingly, this includes those living with obesity, as the Obesity Association™, a division of the ADA, expands outreach and education to this population.
On a shared platform, participants will engage with an expert panel in critical discussions on addressing the contemporary landscape of diabetes and obesity, as well as their financial impact on individuals and employers.
Attendees will also:
- Gain key insights from our state-based survey to address community health needs
- Receive a practical toolkit with tailored solutions for employers and community members
- Enjoy a networking session and breakout activity
This year’s event is sponsored by Lilly, Ciba Health, and Adelante Healthcare.
“Adelante Healthcare is proud to partner with the American Diabetes Association for the State of Diabetes: Arizona,” said Pedro Cons CEO of Adelenate Healthcare. “Working together we can advance awareness, prevention, and care that empower healthier communities across our state.”
Over 38 million Americans are living with diabetes, and with health care costs at an all-time high, people with diagnosed diabetes have on average 2.6 times higher medical expenditures than those without. This year’s esteemed panelists will share their expert perspectives on the discussion topic—Addressing Obesity and Diabetes: Strategies for Healthier Lives and Lower Costs. Attendees will learn about new treatments, lifestyle changes, and ways to make diabetes and obesity care more accessible—helping individuals, families, and employers support healthier lives and reduce overall medical costs.
Registration is free. To learn more and register, visit /SODphoenix. Media interested in previewing or attending the event can schedule an interview by emailing press@.
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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. This year, the ADA celebrates 85 years of driving discovery and research to prevent, manage, treat, and ultimately cure diabetes—and we’re not stopping. There are 136 million Americans living with diabetes or prediabetes. Through advocacy, program development, and education, we’re fighting for them all. To learn more or to get involved, visit us at 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).
