Diabetes

February 29, 2008 -- ROCHESTER, Minn. — The incidence of type 2 diabetes is rising, especially in urbanized parts of the world where sedentary lifestyles and obesity abound. In addition to weight and inactivity, race puts some people at increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes. The incidence of diabetes is rapidly increasing globally, and Asian Indians have the highest prevalence. An estimated 32 million Asian Indians have been diagnosed with this condition, and some experts expect this number to double over the next 30 years.    » read more »

29 January 2008 -- The World Health Organization estimates 180 million people have diabetes and that number could double by the year 2030. The most prevalent form of the disease is often associated with obesity and lack of exercise.

The American Diabetes Association reports that as many as 21 million Americans have the disease caused by the body's inability to process insulin -- a hormone that regulates blood sugar. The association also says another six million may have it, but are still undiagnosed. It is a disease that can strike at any age, even among children.    » read more »

Illinois Governor Blagojevich issues state proclamation to support awareness effort; Sears Tower among hundreds of world landmarks to light up in blue

November 13, 2007 -- (Des Moines) – Today, Iowa Governor Chet Culver issued a proclamation declaring November 14, 2007, as Diabetes Day in Iowa.

“Diabetes is an illness that affects thousands of Iowans and millions around the globe,” said Governor Culver. “I am honored to declare Diabetes Day in Iowa to raise awareness of this important issue and encourage Iowans to get involved in the fight to cure this disease.”    » read more »

ABCNEWS.com to Offer Comprehensive Online Diabetes Resource Center

Friday, November 09, 2007 -- According to the American Diabetes Association, 20.8 million Americans have diabetes and almost one third of them are undiagnosed. To mark the first World Diabetes Day, November 14th, and National Diabetes Month, ABC News will present a special series, "The Fight Against Diabetes," beginning Sunday, November 11. As part of the division-wide series, ABC News will offer a comprehensive online resource featuring a dedicated site, the ABC News OnCall+ Diabetes Center.    » read more »

A Proclamation By the President of the United States of America

October 31, 2007 -- Diabetes is a debilitating disease that affects millions of Americans of all ages and all walks of life. National Diabetes Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about risk factors, prevention, and treatment of this serious disease.    » read more »

30 September 2007 -- The World Heart Federation says heart disease and stroke are the world's largest killers, claiming 17.5 million lives a year. Marking World Heart Day, the Federation says knowing the risk factors and leading a healthy active lifestyle can largely prevent people from getting these chronic, ultimately fatal diseases.

The World Heart Federation says heart disease and stroke are commonly believed to be diseases of the wealthy. But studies show 80 percent of all deaths from these chronic illnesses occur in low and middle-income countries.    » read more »