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World Diabetes Day | November 14

World Diabetes Day is November 14, 2011

November 14 marks World Diabetes Day. A day when all who have diabetes and those who don’t come together and celebrate the invention of insulin and hope for a cure. There are several ways to get involved and make a difference.

Test. Get active. Test again. Share. - By participating in the Big Blue Test you’ll be donating much-needed diabetes supplies to people in need. Sharing results also proves how just a little bit of physical activity aids in keeping blood sugar regulated naturally. The goal is to have 8,000 results logged by November 14.

Shine a (blue) light on diabetes - Bring awareness to this epidemic by shining a blue light for diabetes. Monuments, buildings, and houses alike will be lit blue to show support.

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Get tested - Haven’t had your annual fasting blood glucose test? Make an appointment for your yearly physical and make sure your doctor requests your blood glucose be tested.

Attend an event or plan one of your own - There are countless events going on around the world. If you live in Michigan like me, attend the University of Michigan Comprehensive Diabetes Center’s Diabetes Health Fair. Attend lectures and health screenings related to diabetes.

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