His name is Andrew P. Mandell, also known as Mr. Diabetes®. As Andy Mandell he is the Executive Director of Defeat Diabetes Foundation, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1990, whose mission is to inform and educate the diabetic and potential, or pre-diabetic, as to the benefits of health and fitness as it pertains to the diabetic condition. Learn More About Mr. Diabetes. If you would like to learn more about the Wake Up and Walk® Tour click here.

Defeat Diabetes Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated, first, to the prevention of diabetes. When it's too late for prevention, our attention turns to the needs of the diabetic, pre-diabetics and the families of diabetics, with an emphasis on self-management.

Mr. Diabetes®, Andy Mandell, Walks in the New York City Marathon
Mr. DiabetesŪ, Andy Mandell, walked in the New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 6th. there under the Achilles Track Club banner. The ATC is a non-profit organization set up to assist people with disability(ies) to participate in events like this all around the country. Read more about Mr. DiabetesŪ and the New York City Marathon.

Defeat Diabetes Foundation Ornaments - " Rimbrandts by j"

Defeat Diabetes Foundation Commemorative Ornaments are a special edition of 250 signed and numbered large glass ornaments. They commemorate the ongoing 10,000 mile Wake Up And WalkŪ Tour of co-founder Andy Mandell. Defeat Diabetes Foundation receives a very generous donation from every ornament sold.

These beautiful custom glass ornaments are painted in the Rimbrandts SeriglassŪ process. For more information click here.

Professional Services
Self-management is what Defeat Diabetes Foundation promotes, in partnership with your medical team. Other parts of self-management are a good nutritional program and all-around exercise. Included in your medical team are dentists and optometrists. We are proud to have as sponsors the following Dental Groups, Optometrists, and Curves Fitness Centers who support and understand the needs of individuals with diabetes and their families. Thank you very much for your Support.

Congressional Proclamation for Mr. DiabetesŪ, Andy Mandell

On June 14, 2005, the Hon. Dale E. Kildee of Flint, Michigan, rose on the floor of the House of Representatives "to recognize the accomplishments of a man who has brought a new sense of awareness to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diabetes in America. "Mr. Speaker, Andrew Mandell is a shining example of triumph in the face of adversity. He is a survivor rather than a victim of his disease, living with it rather than suffering from it. I ask my colleagues to join me in applauding his strength as well as his commitment to improving the quality of life for us all. " Read More.

THE WALK™

Defeat Diabetes Foundation Illuminating Moldable Bracelet. Patent pending, space age technology is visible all night long, and is rechargeable indefinitely with any light source. Unisex bracelet is pliable and will bend and mold to any wrist, ankle or arm. These unique bracelets can be worn under or over clothing. Your purchases help support Defeat DiabetesŪ Programs.

We at Defeat Diabetes Foundation have one goal in common, which is to battle diabetes anyway we can. Throughout my journeys, I have found many products and services that have helped thousands of diabetics. Since we are a non-profit organization we depend upon donations to survive. But now we can help you, while you support us. Below are a number of products and services that I personally endorse. Not only are all of these products specifically geared towards diabetics, a portion of all sales will go directly to supporting our day to day operations.