Canadian Diabetes Association
Canadian Diabetes Association
The Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA), now known as Diabetes Canada, is a national health charity in Canada dedicated to helping people with diabetes live healthy lives while working to find a cure. The organization provides education and support to individuals living with diabetes, advocates for public policies that improve the quality of life for people with diabetes, and funds research to better understand, prevent, and treat diabetes.
History[edit | edit source]
The Canadian Diabetes Association was founded in 1953 by Dr. Charles Best, one of the co-discoverers of insulin, and other prominent figures in the Canadian medical community. The organization was established to address the growing need for a national body to support diabetes research and education.
In 2017, the Canadian Diabetes Association rebranded itself as Diabetes Canada to better reflect its mission and the community it serves.
Mission and Vision[edit | edit source]
The mission of Diabetes Canada is to lead the fight against diabetes by helping people with diabetes live healthy lives while working to find a cure. The vision of the organization is a world free of the effects of diabetes.
Programs and Services[edit | edit source]
Diabetes Canada offers a variety of programs and services, including:
- Education and Support: Providing resources and support for individuals living with diabetes, including workshops, webinars, and community events.
- Advocacy: Working with government and other stakeholders to advocate for policies that improve the lives of people with diabetes.
- Research Funding: Supporting research initiatives aimed at understanding, preventing, and treating diabetes.
- Camp Programs: Offering summer camps for children with diabetes to help them learn to manage their condition in a supportive environment.
Research[edit | edit source]
Diabetes Canada funds research across Canada to improve the understanding of diabetes and to develop new treatments and potential cures. The organization supports a wide range of research projects, from basic science to clinical trials.
Advocacy[edit | edit source]
Diabetes Canada advocates for public policies that improve the quality of life for people with diabetes. This includes efforts to improve access to medications, devices, and supplies, as well as promoting healthy living and prevention strategies.
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