By Leah North | Manager, Development
American Diabetes Association Advocates have been hard at work raising their voices on behalf of millions of Americans with diabetes, including those living right here in Oregon and SW Washington. Nearly 200 Advocates from across the country traveled to Washington DC at the end of March to speak to legislators about the importance of increased research funding and support for people living with diabetes. They were joined by 17 members of Team Tackle, made up of former and current professional football players.
Several advocates from Oregon and SW Washington attended our Call to Congress and told their stories about why support for funding to improve technology and research for a cure is critical to everyone with diabetes. Our incredible youth advocate Paige and her dad Brad spoke about the reality of growing up with diabetes and the importance of having access to affordable medication and technology. Another advocate from Oregon, Deanna, spoke about the challenges of being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes later in life, and the many changes she had to incorporate into her life to manage her diabetes.
Advocates like Paige, Brad and Deanna help the American Diabetes Association represent the needs of all individuals with diabetes. To learn more about diabetes advocacy and to share your own story, visit www.diabetes.org/advocacy.
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