Mr. Diabetes® Honored by Tampa Bay Lightning
TBL All-Star Center Steven Stamkos and Owner Jeff Vinik with Mandell
The Tampa Bay Lightning honored Andrew P. Mandell, Executive Director of Defeat Diabetes Foundation, as a Lightning Community Hero during the first period of March 17th's game against the St. Louis Blues.
Mandell, also known as Mr. Diabetes®, received a $50,000 donation from the Lightning Foundation and the Lightning Community Heroes program, and will donate the money to Defeat Diabetes Foundation.
 The Kid Initiative to Defeat Diabetes® (KIDD™) Curriculum
This generation of children is on the fast track to live a shorter, less healthy life span than their parents. The Kid Initiative to Defeat Diabetes® Curriculum is designed to fill the gap in information about diabetes and obesity and its relationship to nutrition and fitness.
 Help Defeat Diabetes Foundation and University of Wisconsin study how diabetes management influences the quality of lives of people with Type 2 Diabetes
Take the survey here. Your participation will provide a great contribution to diabetes management knowledge and healthcare practice for people with Type 2 Diabetes.
Participants will receive a $15 gift card of their choice either Target or Walmart upon completing the survey.
Boxing
Boxing isn’t just for tough guys any more. Boxing is one of the most popular fitness regimes around that helps you produce a lean, toned, strong body. Although boxing is a competitive sport, at both amateur and professional levels, you don’t have to compete to enjoy boxing or its many health benefits. Get into the ring!
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How Important is Sleep?
There have been plenty of studies lately showing that poor sleep can be a risk for diabetes. There is also evidence that shows that those of us with diabetes can suffer from many interruptions to our sleep. Learn why sleep is important to your health.
Unused Diabetes Supplies:
You Can Help by Donating
Do you have glucose test strips you no longer need? Have you switched your glucometer machine? Do you have a loved one who had diabetes who has passed away?
Have you said to yourself – I don’t want these perfectly good supplies to go to waste – what can I do with them? I’d like to donate them, but I don’t know how. How to Donate Diabetes Supplies
New Defeat Diabetes Foundation
Pet Diabetes Awareness and Prevention Program
The incidence of diabetes in dogs and cats is increasing. Almost all veterinarians admit diabetes is under-reported and could affect as many as one in 50 of our pets. More Info about our Pet Diabetes Awareness and Prevention Program.
Can't afford a glucometer?
American Diabetes Wholesale has generously donated blood testing equipment to Defeat Diabetes Foundation.
Glucometers are available for FREE. This offer is valid in the United States while supplies last.
Diabetes Studies, Clinical Trials and Surveys
Research facilities, drug manufacturers and universities are conducting studies, clinical trials and surveys for new drugs, behavioral habits and other investigational information with the goal of improving our health. They are seeking individuals to participate in these studies and trials. More Info
 Shop. Save. Defeat Diabetes®.
DDF is participating in a program with Market America®, which gives our organization its own shopping website. A portion of the dollars you spend buying products on this site supports Defeat Diabetes Foundation, and earns you up to 35% cash back on qualified purchases. Click here to learn more.
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Send your unopened, unexpired test strips to:
Defeat Diabetes Foundation
150 153rd Ave, Suite 300
Madeira Beach, FL 33708
Defeat Diabetes
Foundation
150 153rd Avenue
Madeira Beach, FL 33708
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