In honor of American Diabetes Month and World Diabetes Day, which is today, here’s a quick list of ideas to help you raise awareness of the disease.
1. Put out a blue light, the color that represents World Diabetes Day. Watch this video from TuDiabetes for ideas of how you can help light up the problem and get the word out.
2. Take part in a diabetes event, like a walk or run, in your area.
3. Light a virtual candle—already 70,000 strong and growing!
4. Donate to the one of the following diabetes organizations:
- American Diabetes Association
- Diabetes Action
- Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
- Want to have an impact in your area? Give to your local children’s hospital. Find one near you.
5. Volunteer with a diabetes group to help organize events and support.
6. Finally, take a photo of whatever you’re doing to mark these two events, and upload. That way the world will know what you’re up to.
That’s what awareness is all about.
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