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10 Videos Promoting World Diabetes Day – November 14, 2012

Posted on November 14, 2012 by

November 14, is World Diabetes Day, sponsored by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF). The hope is that by raising awareness and educating people about diabetes, people that have a chance to prevent type 2 and gestational diabetes (type 1 isn’t … Continue reading →

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The Real Bears Spread the Truth about Soda

Posted on November 5, 2012 by

The Center for Science in the Public Interest has launched a new video campaign to warn people about sugary sodas.

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12 Diabetes Day Flash Mobs from Around the World.

Posted on October 18, 2012 by

Jerusalem Central Bus Station, Israel Houston, USA New Brunswick, Canada Brussels Central Station, Belgium Knysna, South Africa Brasil Metro in Sao Paulo, Brasil Halifax Shopping Centre, Canada Manila, Philippines Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Nuevo León, Mexico Vancouver, Canada

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25 Youtube Videos to Fight Obesity

Posted on January 12, 2012 by

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has been running ads designed to attack Georgia’s childhood obesity epidemic. The campaign is making an impact, but the strong tactics are raising questions whether the negative campaign ads may cause stigmatization. This is the ABC … Continue reading →

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Diabetes Forecast Releases 2012 Consumer Guide

Posted on January 1, 2012 by

Diabetes Forecast, the consumer magazine of the American Diabetes Association, released its annual consumer guide. The editors provide the newest reliable information about the best products, from meters and continuous glucose monitors to pumps and insulin pens, to make managing … Continue reading →

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Welcome to the Diabetes News Blog

Posted on January 1, 2012 by

Hi Everyone! Welcome to the Diabetes News blog. Every week I will post on this blog an interesting diabetes story / news item. News tips, stories, videos are welcome. Have a great day, Jacob  

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