Less than 90 days until IDF2025, Webinar on basal insulins, New D-Talk episode, and more!
International Diabetes Federation
The global advocate for people with diabetes, promoting diabetes care and prevention worldwide.
Happy New Year from the International Diabetes Federation! We wish everyone a bright, healthy and successful 2025.?
IDF 2025: less than 90 days to go!
In less than 90 days, we look forward to welcoming the global diabetes community in the vibrant city of Bangkok for the World Diabetes Congress on 7-10 April! With more than 4,000 attendees currently registered, our congress promises to be a unique opportunity to learn from and engage with over 200 global diabetes experts in a cutting-edge programme offering +120 hours of sessions across 10 streams. Secure your spot today and join us in shaping the future of diabetes care.?
Webinar: It's about timing and targeting
For people with type 2 diabetes, basal insulin can offer a simplified treatment plan and better glucose management.?Don’t miss our?webinar that will provide healthcare professionals with in-depth insights into the practical implementation?of once-weekly basal insulins.?
Use your voice to shape WDD 2025!
We're gearing up to make World Diabetes Day even more incredible, but we can't do it without you! Give us 10 minutes of your time to share your feedback?and help shape our campaign?in 2025 and beyond!?
KiDS conducts pilot sessions in Spain
In December, we joined forces with the organisation Fútbol Más to pilot a class plan for the Kids and Diabetes in Schools (KiDS) programme in schools in Madrid and Seville, using novel approaches and tailored activities.?
Understanding Diabetes CGM course available in?Swahili
Our free online course for people with diabetes and their carers on Continuous Glucose Monitoring is now available in Swahili! The culturally adapted content in the course modules gives learners the knowledge they need to effectively use CGM?for diabetes management.
New episode of D-Talk!
In our latest podcast, host Phyllisa Deroze welcomes Professor Tadej Battelino to explore the fascinating intersection of technology and diabetes management and preview the Technology and Artificial Intelligence stream at IDF 2025. From smart insulin delivery to life-changing algorithms, they delve into innovations streamlining diabetes management.??
Doing Well with Diabetes: Gary Hall Jr.'s journey with diabetes
In the third episode of our special podcast series in partnership with?Diabetics Doing Things, host Rob Howe interviews Gary Hall Jr., the most decorated Olympian with type 1 diabetes. Gary shares his experiences leading up to and following his diagnosis in 1999, discussing the challenges and triumphs of managing diabetes as a top-level athlete.?? ?
New in Diabetes Voice
A varying diabetes landscape in the Western Pacific region
With some of the highest rates of diabetes globally, particularly in Pacific Islander communities, the Western Pacific region presents a unique approach to access to diabetes care and prevention. This article explores the unique aspects impacting diabetes—lifestyle factors, genetic predispositions, and socioeconomic challenges—and reveals regional disparities.?
Diabetes in a cold climate
Winter officially arrived in the northern hemisphere on 21 December. As temperatures drop, managing diabetes requires extra care. From adjusting insulin doses to protecting your feet, there's much to consider when navigating diabetes in cold climates.??
Life for a child - Lía’s story
For Lía, a young girl from Bolivia, her type 1 diabetes diagnosis at the age of 12 could have been devastating without proper medical support and resources. She shares how she overcame the hurdles and challenges with the support of the Life for a Child programme.
Health research, telecommunications advisor
1 个月Why is the webinar not available to those of us in UK?