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Messages of Support
Messages of Support
The IDF-led campaign for a United Nations Resolution on diabetes has energized the global diabetes community. The following are messages of support for, or actions on behalf of, the campaign to raise global awareness of diabetes. IDF is proud to be joined by its member associations and concerned members of the global diabetes community.
Afghanistan Diabetes Association
“The Afghanistan Diabetes Association greatly supports the move toward achieving a UN Resolution. We are proud to be part of the joint efforts from all over the world to improve diabetes healthcare and ultimately prevention and cure.” Dr. Rahmatullah Orya, President of Afghanistan Diabetes Association.
American Diabetes Association
“The American Diabetes Association is in full support of the International Diabetes Federation’s campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is a growing epidemic, with global implications, and it is imperative that world leaders and the diabetes community join together to prevent a worldwide healthcare crisis.” The American Diabetes Association Executive Committee.
American Association of Diabetes Educators
"The American Association of Diabetes Educators supports the effort of IDF and UN Resolution to raise public and political awareness of diabetes. Diabetes has become the fourth leading cause of death in developed countries as well as in the so-called developing countries where detection is poor and insulin, needed to treat most patients, is not always available. This global epidemic requires global effort to help people successfully manage the disease and live happier and healthier lives. AADE’s vision is successful self-management for all people with diabetes and related conditions; diabetes educators are committed to this vision." Lana Vukovljak, MA, MS, Chief Learning Officer and Interim CEO AADE.
Antigua and Barbuda Diabetes Association
“The Antigua and Barbuda Diabetes Association is in full support of the campaign to pass a UN Resolution on diabetes and will communicate the information to officials in the Ministry of Health in an effort to gain the support of the Government of Antigua and Barbuda on this very important issue.” Juanita James, Vice-President of the Antigua and Barbuda Diabetes Association.Argentinian Diabetes Society
“The Argentinian Diabetes Society is in fervent support of the UN Resolution on diabetes and is in full agreement with the aims and accomplishments of the campaign.” Dr. Maria Cristina Faingold, Secretary and Dr. Carmen Mazza, President of the Argentinian Diabetes Society.
Argentine League for the Protection of Diabetics
“We congratulate IDF for launching this campaign and it is an honour for us to join the mission of a UN Resolution on diabetes. This is an important initiative for diabetes and we pledge our support.” Antonia M. de Dinardo, President and Sylvia Brunoldi, Secretary of the Argentine League for the Protection of Diabetics.
"Felicitamos a la IDF por esta iniciativa. Es un honor para nosotros adherirnos a la misma ya que significaría un importante paso para la diabetes. Damos todo nuestro apoyo a esta campaña."
Association of Diabetics ADEMADRID (Spain)
“The Association of Diabetics ADEMADRID fully supports the campaign initiated by the International Diabetes Federation for a UN Resolution on diabetes.The measures adopted in the developed countries are short term and often not centred in the education of diabetes and the prevention of further complications. On the other hand, in countries with less resources, and by all means in the third world, the diabetes happens to be much more serious, with very severe complications, even death, derived from the lack of care, information and mainly economic means and resources.
As I result we support a campaign that will make aware everyone individually as well as in a global way, because the diabetes illness does not distinguish between races, gender, regions of the world or spending power, however, its consequences are very different depending on what place of the world we live.This epidemic must be restrained by governments world-wide health programmes, promoting healthy lifestyle, exercise, sufficient knowledge in diet and feeding and, mainly, contributing resources for the care of the diabetes and thus to restrain the appearance of the chronic complications in the long term. For all the above, and in the knowledge that our contribution is modest, we support this campaign and we trust it will have a major success.” Pedro García Santiago – President of the Association of Diabetics ADEMADRID.
Association of Diabetic Patients of Slovakia
"All together, members of IDF, we will help people with diabetes live better with diabetes all around the world. Help us to help!" Association of Diabetic Patients of Slovakia
Australian Diabetes Educators Association
“Diabetes is a world-wide epidemic that needs to be addressed urgently by concerted global action. The Australian Diabetes Educators Association supports the campaign led by the International Diabetes Federation for a United Nations Resolution on diabetes.” Shirley Cornelius, President of the Australian Diabetes Educators Association.
Australian Diabetes Society
“The Australian Diabetes Society supports the UN campaign for a Resolution on diabetes. The increasingly prevalent condition of diabetes is associated with unacceptably high personal and economic costs to individuals and to society. This burden is particularly great in disadvantaged communities. Comprehensive national and global strategies to prevent diabetes and its physical and psychosocial complications are urgently required.” Australian Diabetes Society Council.
Australasian Paediatric Endocrine Group
“The Australasian Paediatric Endocrine Group, supports the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Type Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus (TIDM) continues to increase in developed nations and represents a significant proportion of children with chronic disease. In developing nations this condition is associated with increased morbidity due to limited resources and availability of insulin and other therapies. The incidence of Type 2 diabetes is high amongst certain indigenous groups and increasingly obese populations. A UN Resolution on diabetes is of outstanding importance for all people with diabetes, particularly children.” Catherine Choong, President of the Australasian Paediatric Endocrine Group.
Austrian Diabetes Association
“The Austrian Diabetes Association strongly supports the initiative of the IDF to pass a UN Resolution on diabetes and to raise public and political awareness of a very serious chronic disease. The Resolution will highlight the vast human, social and economic costs of diabetes globally.” Monika Lechleitner, President of the Austrian Diabetes Association.
“Die Österreichische Diabetes Gesellschaft unterstützt die Initiative des IDF zur Verabschiedung einer UN Resolution gegen Diabetes und die öffentliche und politische Aufklärung über diese besorgniserregende chronische Erkrankung. Die Resolution wird die enormen humanitären, sozialen und wirtschaftlichen Kosten aufzeigen, die weltweit durch Diabetes verursacht werden.”
Azerbaijan Diabetes Society
“It is with pleasure and anticipation that the Azerbaijan Diabetes Society joins the worldwide campaign to support the UN Resolution on diabetes. Wishing us all success in this endeavour.” Mominat Omarova, Chairperson of the Azerbaijan Diabetes Society.
Belgian Diabetes Association
“About 500,000 people are estimated to suffer from diabetes (known or unknown) in Belgium and we will of course not escape the rise in diabetes prevalence. It is thus of major importance to highlight the burden that the diabetes pandemic places on the future society. Our intention is to largely inform the Belgian population on this important problem as changes in lifestyle can reduce the trend towards weight increase and thereafter to diabetes. We will require political attention of the various ministers involved in health. The Belgian Diabetes Association strongly supports the campaign to promote a United Nations Resolution on diabetes. We are proud to join this essential I.D.F. initiative.Viviane de Laveleye, Director of the Belgian Diabetes Association.
On estime à 500.000 le nombre de personnes (connues et méconnues) atteintes de diabète en Belgique. Nous ne serons pas épargnés par l’augmentation du nombre de cas. Il est donc primordial d’attirer l’attention sur les conséquences de cette pandémie pour la société future. Notre intention est d’informer largement la population belge sur l’importance du problème et sur la nécessité d’adapter son mode de vie afin d’éviter l’excès de poids et le diabète. Nous solliciterons le soutien politique des différents Ministres concernés par la santé. L’Association Belge du Diabète asbl (association belge francophone) soutient fermement la campagne pour une Résolution sur le Diabète aux Nations Unies. Nous sommes fiers de soutenir cette initiative essentielle de la Fédération Internationale du Diabète.
Bermuda Diabetes Association
“The Bermuda Diabetes Association wishes to offer its full support for the UN Resolution on diabetes.” The Bermuda Diabetes Association.
Board of Diabetic Patients of Guatemala
“The Board of Diabetic Patients of Guatemala (Patronato de Pacientes Diabéticos de Guatemala) supports the ‘Unite for Diabetes’ campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes.” The Board of Diabetic Patients of Guatemala.
Bolivian Society of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition
“The Bolivian Society of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition (Sociedad Boliviana de Endocrinología, Metabolismo y Nutrición) fully supports the IDF-led campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes.” Douglas Villarroel, President of the Bolivian Society of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition.
Brazilian Diabetes Association
"The Brazilian Diabetes Association ’SBD’ offers its full support to the ’Unite for Diabetes’ campaign. To involve the association-members, governments, the press and population is an excellent way to try to reduce the alarming growing figures of this disease in the world. SBD will promote and divulge the campaign information for the Brazilian press, in SBD’s newspaper and through the site: www.diabetes.org.br. Be sure to count on our total commitment.” Dr. Marcos Tambascia, President of the Brazilian Diabetes Association.
“A Sociedade Brasileira de Diabetes manifesta seu apoio a essa campanha da IDF. Envolver as associações-membro, governos, imprensa e população é uma ótima alternativa para tentar reduzir os números alarmantes da doença no mundo. A SBD divulgará as informações para a imprensa brasileira, em seu jornal impresso e em seu site. Contem com todo o nosso apoio.”
Cambodian Diabetes Association
“We are greatly concerned about the critical situation resulting from the rising prevalence of diabetes worldwide, in particular in disadvantaged nations, including Cambodia. The Cambodian Diabetes Association, while strongly supporting the IDF campaign to initiate a UN Resolution, urges Member States of the International Community to unite their efforts to combat the Silent Killer.” Lim Keuky, President of the Cambodian Diabetes Association.
Cameroon Diabetes Association
“The Cameroon Diabetes Association is in full support of the international Diabetes Federation’s campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is fast becoming an epidemic in the whole world. In Africa, we are already feeling the impact of diabetes, and the number of people diagnosed with the disease is rising exponentially. Some of the problems we encounter relate to an unacceptably low early diagnosis, general ignorance about the disease and the lack of an adequate educational infrastructure. It is high time the world leaders and diabetes associations join hands to wage a fight against it.” The Cameroon Diabetes Association Executive Committee.
Canadian Diabetes Association
"The Canadian Diabetes Association is pleased to support the campaign to create a United Nations Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is a disease that affects the global population and by working together as governments, NGO’s and industry, we can collectively create the change required to deal with the significant suffering and healthcare costs created by the disease. It is a privilege and a moral obligation for us to be involved." Jane Eisbrenner, Vice President of Corporate Partnerships of the Canadian Diabetes Association.
Cayman Islands Diabetes Association
"The Cayman Islands Diabetes Association fully supports the campaign for a United Resolution on diabetes." Sylvia Perry, President of the Cayman Islands Diabetes Association.
Chilean Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism
“The Chilean Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism supports the campaign and wishes it much success.” Dr. Veronica Araya. Secretary General of the Chilean Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
"La Sociedad Chilena de Endocrinología y Metabolismo apoya vuestra campaña y les desea mucho éxito en ella."
Children with Diabetes
“Children with Diabetes supports the IDF-led ’Unite for Diabetes’ initiative in the hope that children with type 1 diabetes throughout the world will come to live healthier, happier lives through increased education, awareness, and access to lifesaving medical supplies.” Jeff Hitchcock, President of Children with Diabetes.
Chinese Diabetes Society
“The Chinese Diabetes Society (CDS) of the Chinese Medical Association fully supports the campaign to pass a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes mellitus has become a global epidemic that asks for a global cooperative effort in alleviating its threat to the health of people worldwide.” Professor Kunsan Xiang, Chairman of the Chinese Diabetes Society.
Colombian Diabetes Federation
“The Colombian Diabetes Federation is in full support of the International Diabetes Federation’s campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes, in order to develop national policies to prevent diabetes and its complications in line with the sustainable development of their health systems in conformity with the implementation of the Millennium Development Goals.” Mr. Álvaro Fortich, President, Mr. Iván Escobar, Secretary, Ms. Ana Beatriz Rossi, Press officer of the Colombian Diabetes Federation.
“La Federación Diabetológica Colombiana, como una de las asociaciones miembro de la Internacional Diabetes Federation, se une a la campaña UNIDOS POR LA DIABETES con el objeto de impulsar a los Estados Miembro de la Organización de las Naciones Unidas a aprobar una RESOLUCIÓN DE LAS NACIONES UNIDAS SOBRE LA DIABETES que tiene como fin desarrollar políticas nacionales para la prevención de la diabetes y sus complicaciones en línea con el desarrollo sostenible de sus sistemas sanitarios en conformidad con la implementación de los Objetivos de Desarrollo del Milenio.”
Croatian Diabetes Association
“We are delighted to have this opportunity to support the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes in the name of Croatian Diabetes Association membership…..Thank you for taking this effort for the benefit of people with diabetes all over the world.” Davor Bucevic, President of the Croatian Diabetes Association.
Cuban Society of Endocrinology and Diabetes
“With this letter the Cuban Society of Endocrinology and Diabetes wish to express its total support to the United Nations Resolution in order to help the people with diabetes. It is necessary that in all countries the government, the non-governmental organizations and the civil authorities join the campaign to develop preventive and control measures of the disease and to improve the quality of life for people with diabetes.” Dr. José Arturo Hernández Yero, President of the Cuban Society of Endocrinology and Diabetes.
"Por medio de la presente, la Sociedad Cubana de Endocrinología y Diabetes desea expresar su total apoyo a la campaña en favor de una Resolución de la ONU sobre la diabetes, apoyando así a las personas con diabetes mellitus. Es necesario que en todos los países tanto autoridades civiles, como organizaciones no gubernamentales y el propio gobierno se unan a esta campaña, que será de gran importancia para lograr medidas de prevención y control de la enfermedad y una mejor calidad de vida para las personas con diabetes mellitus."
Cyprus Diabetic Association
“The Cyprus Diabetic Association is in full support of the International Diabetes Federation’s campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Together we can fight diabetes. Together we can solve many problems. Promote a healthy diet and good monitoring for a better life without complications!” Soteris Yiangou, President of the Cyprus Diabetic Association.
Danish Diabetes Association
“The Danish Diabetes Association fully supports the IDF-initiated campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes has reached a scale of epidemic proportions affecting populations all over the world. This calls for a united and global effort to create both public and political awareness of the need to take action on diabetes. A UN Resolution will do just that! In Denmark the Government launched a national diabetes action plan in 2003 and since then a diabetes taskforce has monitored treatment. In consequence thereof the taskforce has presented suggestions of how to improve care and treatment. Diabetes is a chronic disease that has proven to be cost-effective as prevention programmes benefit both people with diabetes and health economics.” Allan Flyvbjerg, Professor, M.D., President of the Danish Diabetes Association.
Diabetes Australia
“Diabetes Australia is proud to support the campaign for the UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is a burgeoning disease in Australia and throughout the whole world. In Australia, there are over 770,000 people in a population of some 20 million, with diagnosed diabetes. Another 770,000 people are likely to have diabetes, but are yet to be diagnosed. Diabetes does not just affect one sector in either Australia or the world. It is a disease that inflicts its pain and misery on all. Communities and governments need to address the rapidly growing numbers of people with diabetes, its personal and socioeconomic impacts and the capacity for this disease to cause extensive personal misery and significant cost burden on a nation’s economy. Diabetes Australia is committed both in Australia and worldwide to fight diabetes, through prevention, detection and improved management. We petition the governments of the world, through the United Nations, to recognise the impact of diabetes, and encourage all governments to fight this scourge.” Peter Little, President of Diabetes Australia.
Diabetes Association of Barbados
"The Diabetes Association of Barbados strongly supports every effort to get the UN Resolution on diabetes passed and has written to our Ministry of Health and the Ministry of International Affairs encouraging them to support this initiative.” John Grace of the Diabetes Association of Barbados.
“The Diabetes Association of Ivory Coast joins the IDF-led campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. We are in full support.” The Diabetes Association of Ivory Coast.
Diabetes Association of Jamaica
“The Diabetes Association of Jamaica is in full support of the campaign. Our message is…Until there is a cure, let us give the care.” Owen Bernard of the Diabetes Association of Jamaica.
Diabetes Association of Kyrgyzstan
“Diabetes Association of Kyrgyzstan is pleased to offer full support for the global campaign of the UN Resolution on diabetes.” Svetlana Mamutova, President of the Diabetes Association of Kyrgyzstan.
Diabetes Association of Serbia
"Although our country is yet smaller, the problem of diabetes is now greater. The majority of subjects with diabetes in the former Serbia & Montenegro lived in Serbia. So we join the campaign and unite for diabetes with all the other associations of IDF." Mr Rodoljub Zivkovic,Honorary President Diabetes Association of Serbia.
Diabetic Association of Bangladesh
“Diabetes is a global epidemic, but is affecting the developing countries at a faster rate than the more developed countries. However this rise can be contained. Let us unitedly create awareness amongst all the people of the world and conquer the menace of diabetes!” Diabetic Association of Bangladesh.
Diabetic Association of Pakistan
“The Diabetic Association of Pakistan, Karachi offers full support for the global campaign aiming to have a United Nations Resolution on diabetes. The rising incidence of diabetes in the developing countries, including Pakistan, calls for immediate intervention and urgent measures to increase awareness, necessary for primary and secondary prevention of diabetes. We will work towards sensitising our population on the importance of this campaign and eventually on stopping the diabetes epidemic. We pledge to unite for the cause of diabetes so that we can create a national and global impact.” Professor A Samad Shera, Secretary General of the Diabetic Association of Pakistan and WHO Collaborating Centre, Karachi.
“La Asociación Puertorriqueña de Diabetes apoya las iniciativas de la Federación Internacional de Diabetes para que se reconozca la diabetes como una situación global. El reconocimiento de las Naciones Unidas fortalecerá los esfuerzos de las organizaciones que trabajan día a día por el bienestar de las personas que tienen diabetes, al igual que aquellos que están en riesgo de desarrollarla y sus familiares."
Diabetes Association of Sri Lanka
“The Diabetes Association of Sri Lanka is pleased to extend its support for the UN Resolution on diabetes.” Dr Mahen Wijesuriya, President of the Diabetes Association of Sri Lanka.
Diabetes Association of Thailand
“The Diabetes Association of Thailand is in full support of the IDF-led campaign for a United Nations Resolution on diabetes.” The Diabetes Association of Thailand.
Diabetes Association of Uruguay
"Uruguay has been the pioneer in the regions of South America, Central America and the Spanish Caribbean in the defense of people with diabetes, and in the development of prevention and education for a better life for those affected by this disease. Today as ever, we give our unconditional support to the union of nations working for the UN Resolution on diabetes, in order to strengthen the teamwork to achieve our joint mission." Dr. Diego Paseyro, President and Esc. Obdulio E. Campanella, Secretary of the Diabetes Association of Uruguay.
Diabetes Centre and Healthy Life Promotion – Paraguay
“It’s really a pleasure for me to support this initiative from IDF. We know that unity makes people stronger. Unite we will be able to make nations understand the importance of the diabetes’ prevention. I would like to congratulate IDF for its work helping people with diabetes.” Mami Samaniego of Diabetes Center and Healthy Life Promotion – Paraguay.
Me complace muchísimo apoyar esta iniciativa de la IDF. Sabemos que la unión hace la fuerza y de esta manera lograremos mucho más para que las naciones asimilen y comprendan la gran importancia de la promoción y la prevención en diabetes. Felicito a la IDF una vez más por el trabajo perseverante en pro de las personas con Diabetes.
Diabetes Federation of Ireland
“The Diabetes Federation of Ireland strongly supports this initiative as global action is required to deal with the global problem of diabetes.” Kieran O’Leary of the Diabetes Federation of Ireland.
Diabetes Hong Kong
"Diabetes Hong Kong supports the UN Resolution on diabetes." Gladdie Chu, Executive Officer of Diabetes Hong Kong.
DiabetesIndia
“India has been named as the Diabetes capital of the world by WHO. In reality, recent studies have shown that the magnitude of the problem has been grossly underestimated and that India already has more people with diabetes than had been forecast. Today, in India, diabetes is the main cause of lower limb amputations (after accidents), the single largest cause of blindness and it has been estimated that one in three patients needing dialysis or kidney transplants are people with diabetes. Were this not bad enough, cardiovascular disease leading to heart attacks and strokes are being seen in significantly more people and many of these patients are in a much younger age group then seen even a couple of decades back. Diabetes is known to be one the most important factor predisposing a person to these cardiovascular diseases.
If the present scenario were not bleak enough, the global burden of diabetes continues to rise unabated and the major brunt of this increase will be felt in India (as well as other developing countries). With this in mind, the International Diabetes Federation has taken a major initiative towards creating global awareness about this pandemic through a UN resolution. We, in DiabetesIndia, have seen, on the ground, the toll that diabetes and its attendant complications places on the common people and we wholeheartedly support this initiative of the International Diabetes Federation.” Shaukat M. Sadikot, President of DiabetesIndia.
Diabetes New Zealand
“Diabetes New Zealand fully supports the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes has a high cost both to people with diabetes and to the health system. Only comprehensive national diabetes strategies encompassing a range of interventions will reduce the personal and economic costs of diabetes.” Murray Dear, President, Diabetes New Zealand.
Diabetic Society of Seychelles
Mr. K.D. Pillay, Chairman of the Diabetic Society of Seychelles, in a letter to the Seychelles Minister of Foreign Affairs, said “The Diabetic Society of Seychelles humbly requests you as a vibrant small island nation to give all possible assistance to this noble venture…” Highlighting the global pandemic and the expected devastating humanitarian, social and economic costs, the letter also asked Seychelles to co-sign the UN resolution and to wholeheartedly support its approval.Diabetic Society of Singapore
Diabetes Teen Talk
"Diabetes Teen Talk proudly supports the ‘Unite for Diabetes’ campaign and the youth leaders who are shaping the way the world views the international diabetes crisis. Diabetes touches all four corners of the globe, and it is our dream to see all teens grow into healthy and happy adults. With the passing of the United Nations Resolution on diabetes, we may be one step closer to seeing that happen." Allison Blass, dLife’s content producer for Diabetes Teen Talk.
Diabetes UK
“Diabetes UK is fully supportive of this initiative. Diabetes is a global problem and it requires global action.” Bill Hartnett of Diabetes UK.
“The Dutch Diabetes Association fully supports the campaign to pass a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is a global problem that asks for a global response to limit the consequences for complications, healthcare and community.” Annemarie Bevers of the Dutch Diabetes Association.
“De Nederlandse Diabetes Vereniging steunt de campagne gericht op het aannemen van een VN resolutie over Diabetes volledig. Diabetes is een wereldwijd probleem dat vraagt voor een wereldwijd antwoord om de consequenties te beperken voor complicaties, gezondheidszorg en de gemeenschap.”
Ecuador Diabetes Association
“The Ecuador Diabetes Association supports this important initiative.” Maria Fernanda Lopez, President of the Ecuador Diabetes Association.
Egyptian Diabetes Association
“The Egyptian Diabetes Association is greatly concerned about the critical situation resulting from the progressive increase in prevalence of diabetes and its serious complications all over the world. We are especially alarmed by the consequences of this, especially on the socio-economics of developing countries. It is therefore the responsibility of both national leaders and the international community to unite their efforts to combat diabetes. We strongly support the IDF campaign to initiate a UN Resolution that deals with diabetes as an impending danger to humanity. This resolution must call for the cooperation of all governmental and non-governmental activities at both national and international levels.” Prof Morsi Arab, President of the Egyptian Diabetes Association.
European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology
“The European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE) fully supports the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is the most frequent and serious endocrine disorders in children. Adults with onset of diabetes in childhood experience a greater risk of developing vascular complications. Diabetes in children is also a problem in developing countries, where insulin is sometimes not sufficient for all patients and the quality of diabetes care may be limited by lack of resources. In more developed countries the epidemics of childhood obesity is adding further risk for the development of type 2 diabetes, already a relevant clinical problem in childhood and adolescence. A UN Resolution on diabetes is of outstanding importance for all people with diabetes, particularly children.” Francesco Chiarelli, Secretary General, European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE).
Federation of European Nurses in Diabetes (FEND)
“The Federation of European Nurses in Diabetes (FEND) supports unreservedly this pertinent initiative of IDF in seeking to establish a UN Resolution on diabetes. FEND is proud to be a supporting organization to this campaign. The pandemic of diabetes with its costly economic and social implications demands of every nation and leader their support of IDF in bringing this campaign to a successful conclusion in the service of mankind.” Anne-Marie Felton, Chairman of the Federation of European Nurses in Diabetes (FEND).
Finnish Diabetes Association
“We fully support the campaign to pass a UN Resolution on diabetes.” Jorma Huttunen of the Finnish Diabetes Association.
Flemish Diabetes Association – Belgium
“In Belgium, about half a million people are estimated to suffer from diabetes and like other countries, we will not escape the global rise in diabetes prevalence. The Flemish Diabetes Association thus acknowledges the urgent need to unite all stakeholders and raise global awareness of the diabetes pandemic. Indeed, it is of utmost importance to highlight the significant burden that diabetes places on future society. Moreover, we must continue to draw public and political attention to this issue. In this perspective, we are convinced that the UN Resolution provides a strong basis for worldwide diabetes advocacy so we are strongly supporting this IDF initiative.” Dr. Chantal Mathieu, President of the Flemish Diabetes Association, Belgium.
“In België worden ongeveer een half miljoen mensen geschat aan diabetes te lijden en net zoals in andere landen zullen we niet ontsnappen aan de algemene stijging in de verspreiding van diabetes. De Vlaamse Diabetes Vereniging vzw bevestigd aldus de dringende noodzaak om alle belanghebbenden te verenigen om tot een globale bewustwording van de diabetes pandemie te komen. Het is inderdaad van het grootste belang om de enorme last te onderlijnen welke diabetes op de toekomstige gemeenschap heeft. We moeten daarom blijven de publieke en politieke aandacht hierop vestigen. In dit perspectief zijn we ervan overtuigd dat de VN resolutie een sterke basis zal zijn voor het wereldwijd bepleiten van diabetes en ondersteunen ten volle dit initiatief van de IDF.”
French Association for Diabetes
“The French Association for Diabetes fully supports the action of IDF, to raise awareness on diabetes, its complication and the burden it will represent for every nation in the coming years. Each government should take a clear position in favour of the UN Resolution; therefore we do our best to grow awareness of the French authorities regarding this capital issue.” Gérard Raymond, Président of the French Association for Diabetes.
"L’Association Française des Diabétiques supporte l’action d’IDF dont le but est de sensibiliser les dirigeants de chaque pays sur le diabète, ses complications, et sur le fardeau qu’il représente pour les patients. Tous les gouvernements doivent prendre une position claire en faveur de cette résolution, c’est pourquoi nous faisons de notre mieux pour sensibiliser les autorités françaises sur ce sujet primordial."
FUNDIABETES (Venezuela)
“On behalf of the board of directors, FUNDIABETES supports this important campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes.” Nancy Savarerria de Sanz, President of Fundación de Atención al Diabético – FUNDIABETES.
“En nombre de la Junta Directiva y de la propia asociación, expresamos nuestro total apoyo a tan importante campaña.”
German Diabetes Union
“The German Diabetes Union strongly supports the campaign to pass a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is a global threat and requires a global response to limit the devastating consequences of this disease complex. I am delighted [to attach] our logo to indicate our strong-felt commitment.” Professor Dr. Eberhard Standl, President of the German Diabetes Union and IDF Vice President.
“Die Deutsche Diabetes Union unterstützt die Kampagne zur Verabschiedung einer UN Resolution gegen Diabetes. Diabetes ist eine globale Bedrohung und verlangt nach einer globalen Aktion um die verheerenden Konsequenzen der Diabeteserkrankungen zu vermindern. Bitte finden sie unser Logo in der Beilage, um unser Engagement zu bestätigen.”
Ghana Diabetes Association
“The Ghana Diabetes Association is proud to join the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes.” The Ghana Diabetes Association.
Global Alliance for Women’s Health
“The Global Alliance for Women’s Health (GAWH) whole-heartedly supports IDF’s campaign for a United Nations Resolution and shares the belief that the diabetes epidemic is extremely serious and requires visibility, acknowledgement and support by the global community and its member states. Over the past 20 years, diabetes has been growing into a global epidemic both in developed and developing countries, with women being disproportionately at risk. Therefore, the Global Alliance for Women’s Health believes that a United Nations Resolution on diabetes will help tackle this important health issue.” Dr. Elaine Wolfson, President of Global Alliance for Women’s Health.
Grenada Diabetes Association
“The Grenada Diabetes Association pledges its support for the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes.” Francis Balwant of the Grenada Diabetes Association.
Guinean Association for the Assistance and Education of Diabetics
"The Guinean Association for the Assistance and Education of Diabetics is in full support of the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. The Association looks forward to playing an active role in the campaign." Dr. Sangare Maimouna, President of the Guinean Association for the Assistance and Education of Diabetics.
Hungarian Diabetes Association
“The Hungarian Diabetes Association provides all support to the activities related to the United Nations Resolution on diabetes.” Dr. Peter Kempler of the Hungarian Diabetes Association.
Icelandic Diabetes Association
“We fully support the campaign to pass a UN Resolution on diabetes.” Sigrídur Jóhannsdóttir, of the Icelandic Diabetes Association
“We are in full support of the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Our logo, which is in Bahasa Indonesia, means ‘not afraid…. even if I have diabetes’. That is the message we would like to share with the world.” Indonesian Diabetes Association.
International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes
"The International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD) strongly supports this initiative of utmost importance for many children around the world. Globally, diabetes is a disease in evolution affecting more and more children and adolescents. The last 30 years has seen a threefold increase in the number of cases of childhood diabetes. The burden is particularly harsh in the developing world, where many children with type 1 diabetes die because they lack access to life-saving insulin and where the majority pay for their healthcare from their own pocket to the detriment of the family budget. Also, in many countries, type 2 diabetes has been seen for the first time in young people in recent years. Thus, this campaign is likely to benefit many children in a global perspective." Thomas Danne, Secretary-General of ISPAD.
Iranian Diabetes Society
"The Iranian Diabetes Society is in full support of the campaign aimed to declare a UN Resolution on diabetes. We are proud to support a mission which focuses on increasing awareness of of the future impact of diabetes among governments and the general public." Dr Amir Kamran Nikousokhan, Managing Director of the Iranian Diabetes Society.
Iraqi Diabetes Association (IDA)
"The IDA strongly supports the IDF initiative for a UN resolution on diabetes which is becoming one of the most important health problems worldwide . Developing countries like Iraq are expected to suffer more from the social and economic impacts of diabetes in the next 2 decades. A UN resolution is urgently needed to unify and support the international efforts aimed at prevention as well as the proper and efficient management of diabetes and its related consequences." Dr. Majeed Almustafa, President of the Iraqi Diabetes Association.
Israel Diabetes Association
“The Israel Diabetes Association fully supports the International Diabetes Federation’s campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is a global epidemic, which requires global efforts to help raise both public and medical professional awareness. The number of people suffering type 2 diabetes is set to double over the next ten years, but the government’s response is inadequate. Governments are unaware or unwilling to face up to the major challenge that this condition presents both now and into the future. The official attitude is reflected in the fact that there is no clear policy for diabetes screening and many governments simply do not wish to spend funds in this area, despite the fact that currently the burden of diabetic complications takes up to 15 per cent of healthcare budgets. The implementing of a National Campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes needs to be made a national priority.” Israel Diabetes Association.
Italian Association for Diabetic People Interests - AID
“We feel particularly glad as AID (Italian Association for Diabetic People Interests), a member of IDF from the beginning of this international organization, (first Congress of 7 July 1952 – Leiden, The Netherlands) to express our strong assent to the proposal of the obtaining from the United Nations a Resolution concerning diabetes. This is due to the globalization of the problem all over the world. Thanks and good job to all of you.” Paola Rizzoli of the Italian Association for Diabetic People Interests – AID.
"L’Associazione Italiana per la Difesa degli Interessi dei Diabetici (AID), in quanto affiliata all’IDF fin dalla nascita della Federazione a Leiden nel 1952, è particolarmente lieta di dare il suo pieno sostegno alla proposta di ottenere una Risoluzione delle Nazioni Unite sul diabete. Il diabete é un problema in tutto il mondo. Grazie e buon lavoro a tutti." Paola Rizzoli, Associazione Italiana per la Difesa degli Interessi degli Diabetici (AID).
Italian Diabetes Association - FAND
“The Italian Diabetes Association firmly supports the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes.” Vera Buondonno Lombardi, President of the Italian Diabetes Association – FAND.
"La FAND - Associazione Nazionale Diabetici dà il suo pieno sostegno alla campagna per una Risoluzione ONU sul diabete." Vera Buondonno Lombardi, Presidente FAND.
Italian Diabetes Physician Association - AMD
"The Associazione Medici Diabetologi (AMD) strongly supports the initiative of IDF to pass a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is becoming an epidemic in the whole world and raising public and political awareness of this very serious chronic disease is mandatory. The UN Resolution can provide a strong basis for worldwide diabetes advocacy and will put diabetes on the agenda of all world nations, in order to develop national diabetes policies in line with the sustainable development of their health systems." Dr. Umberto Valentini, President of the Italian Diabetes Physician Association.
"L’Associazione Medici Diabetologi (AMD) sostiene fortemente l’iniziativa dell’International Diabetes Federation per l’approvazione di una Risoluzione delle Nazioni Unite sul diabete. Il diabete sta diventando un’epidemia in tutto il mondo ed è indispensabile aumentare la consapevolezza del pubblico e degli amministratori su questa grave malattia cronica. La Risoluzione delle Nazioni Unite può fornire una valida base per un movimento d’opinione e di pressione mondiale per sostenere la cura del diabete e porrà questa malattia all’ordine del giorno di tutte le nazioni, con l’obiettivo dello sviluppo di politiche nazionali per il diabete compatibili con lo sviluppo sostenibile dei loro servizi sanitari." Dr Umberto Valentini, Presidente dell’Associazione Medici Diabetologi.
Italian Society for the Study of Diabetes - SID
“The Italian Society for the Study of Diabetes fully supports the request of an UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes has reached a critical situation worldwide in terms of health burden, social cost and economic expenses. This is true for both industrialized Countries (like Italy) and developing Countries. The international community needs to increase its awareness on this problem and to address a global, combined effort to both ameliorate our understanding of the disease and our capacity to intervene at different levels in order to prevent, diagnose and cure diabetes and its complications.” Prof. Riccardo Vigneri, President of the Italian Society for the study of Diabetes.
"La Società Italiana di Diabetologia (SID) sostiene in pieno la richiesta per una Risoluzione ONU sul diabete. Il diabete ha raggiunto un livello critico in tutto il mondo in termini di costi economici e sociali, sia nei paesi industrializzati (come l’Italia) che nei paesi in via di sviluppo. La communità internazionale ha bisogno di incrementare il livello di sensibilizzazzione verso questo problema e di svolgere uno sforzo globale congiunto per migliorare sia la conoscenza di questa malattia che la capacità di agire a diversi livelli per curare, diagnosticare e prevenire il diabete e le sue complicazioni."
Japan Diabetes Society/Japan Association for Diabetes Education and Care
“The Japan Diabetes Society and the Japan Association for Diabetes Education and Care actively support the campaign of the International Diabetes Federation for a United Nations Resolution to increase awareness of the epidemic of diabetes worldwide. A global effort is essential to confront this insidious healthcare crisis. Early detection of diabetes and its care can greatly ameliorate the suffering and public costs entailed by diabetes and its complications. The burden of chronic suffering is especially harsh in developing communities, where children and the poor are frequently the victims of governmental inaction in the prevention and care of the disease in its many forms, and international effort is required. We are sure that a UN Resolution can move government to the required action.” Japan Diabetes Society and the Japan Association for Diabetes Education and Care.
Juvenile Diabetes Association – ADJ (Brazil)
“Brazil has 12 million people with diabetes, and their situation is still precarious, due to the lack of our government’s knowledge. We already have a Sao Paulo State law that protects people with diabetes; however there are still too few laws compared to the National demand. The UN Resolution on diabetes will be of great importance to the Brazilian people, as well as the world, in order to widen knowledge of this national and global problem. The Juvenile Diabetes Association - ADJ offers total support for the UN Resolution on diabetes. And it recognizes the importance of that action now that diabetes is a world epidemic, due to genetic factors and modern life. It is necessary that the world becomes aware for that situation. In the vein of the ADJ’s mission - To promote the education in diabetes for people with diabetes, their relatives, health professionals and community, favoring the life quality.” Sussumu Niyama, President of the Juvenile Diabetes – ADJ.
Juvenile Diabetes Association of Peru
“The Juvenile Diabetes Association of Peru (ADJPeru) pledges full support to IDF’s important initiative to obtain the UN Resolution on diabetes. United we shall find solutions and positive changes for millions of people and families suffering from diabetes and its complications worldwide.” ADJPeru Executive Committee: Martha Mora de Garcia Belaunde, Luis Iturry, Leonidas Murgueytio, Segundo Seclen, MD.
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation of Chile
“Juvenile Diabetes Foundation of Chile supports the ’Unite for Diabetes’ campaign. We hope the campaign objectives, which seek to win support for people with diabetes worldwide, can be reached with great success.” Carolina Kahler R. of the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation of Chile.
“La Fundación Diabetes Juvenil de Chile se adhiere y expresa su apoyo a la campaña “Unite for diabetes”, adjuntándoles nuestro logo para que sea publicado en su página web y esperando que se logren con éxito los objetivos de la campaña a favor de los diabéticos del mundo entero.”
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
"The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation fully and wholeheartedly supports this important United Nations initiative. JDRF research has led to many discoveries with the potential to become cures for diabetes and its complications. But diabetes is a global health crisis that will quickly reach catastrophic proportions unless we all act quickly and effectively. Together, we need to speed progress against diabetes, so that millions of children and adults around the world can realize a future without this devastating disease." Susan Sobers, Director, Chapter/Affiliate Resources, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Korea Diabetes Association
“The Korean Diabetes Association is in full and constant support of the IDF’s campaign for UN Resolution on diabetes. IDF’s pertinent campaign draws the world’s attention to diabetes effectively. On behalf of Korean Diabetes Association Members, we will do all efforts to gain public awareness and Korean governmental support to achieve the goal of IDF’s campaign.” Ho Young Son, M.D.,PhD., Chairman of the Board of the Korean Diabetes Association.
Kuwait Diabetes Society
“We in the Kuwait Diabetes Society strongly support a UN Resolution on diabetes. We hope this resolution campaign will be a great success.” Dr. Abdullah Ben Nakhi, Vice-President of the Kuwait Diabetes Society.
Latvian Diabetes Association
“The Latvian Diabetes Association offers its full support to the ‘Unite for Diabetes’ campaign. We would like the blue circle to become the sign of hope for all diabetes patients, and a blue life-buoy for economists of the world when considering the increasing economic burden caused by diabetes - for each individual and the mankind. IDF initiative is strengthening our confidence and hope for implementation of DIABETES CARE FOR EVERYONE in the future!” Ingvars Rasa, President and Gunta Freimane, Chairman of the Board of the Latvian Diabetes Association.
Latvian Diabetes Federation
“The Latvian Diabetes Federation fully supports the initiative of the International Diabetes Federation for a United Nations Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is a global growing epidemic with threatening implications. No single government is able to tackle it. The solution requires attention and joint action of all the nations. It is the time to act.” Kaiva Desmitniece, Vice-President of the Latvian Diabetes Federation.
Lebanese Diabetes Society
“It is an honor for the Lebanese Diabetes Society to join the campaign for the UN Resolution on diabetes. We are in full support of all the aims of the campaign especially the goal of global awareness on diabetes.” Sandid Mohamad, President of the Lebanese Diabetes Society.
Lesotho Diabetes Association
“The Lesotho Diabetes Association strongly supports the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes.” Lesotho Diabetes Association.
Lithuanian Diabetes Association
"The Lithuanian Diabetes Association fully supports the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is a serious chronic disease which can affect everyone, everywhere. It is time for a global diabetes community to engage in a concerted effort to increase awareness and act now.” Vida Augustiniene, President of the Lithuanian Diabetes Association.
Luxembourg Diabetes Association
“Our association, the ‘Association Luxembourgeoise du Diabete’ (ALD), strongly supports the campaign for an UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is increasing all over the world, also in our country. In fact, in Luxembourg in the last 11 years, the prevalence increased by 63% .The complications of diabetes constitute a heavy burden, not only on our health system, but overall on the life of people affected by diabetes. The awareness of the disease in our population and initiatives to prevent diabetes could help to improve the life of many people!” The Luxembourg Diabetes Association.
Macau Diabetes Association
"It is time to join all people together, diabetics and non-diabetics, to fight this global epidemic. We are sure that a UN Resolution will improve diabetes care all over the world. Macau Diabetes Association strongly supports the IDF campaign for this Resolution. Caring for people and fighting the disease is and will be our objective. Together we are strong!" Antonio Victal, President of the Macau Diabetes Association.
Macedonian Diabetes Association
Maltese Diabetes Association
“In Malta, it is estimated that 10 percent of our population has diabetes. The Maltese Diabetes Association is fully supportive of this global initiative to unite together for one common purpose – ‘Diabetes’.” Chris Delicata, Vice-President of the Maltese Diabetes Association.
Mauritius Diabetes Association
“We at the Mauritius Diabetes Association welcome the IDF initiative for the Proclamation of a UN Resolution on diabetes and pledge our unreserved support to this project, which is very much in line with its mission to promote diabetes care, its prevention and a cure worldwide.” Lady Ursule Ramdanee, Honorary President and Dr. Mrs. V. Basant Rai, President of the Mauritius Diabetes Association.
Mexican Diabetes Federation
"The Mexican Diabetes Federation is concerned about the importance of acting together in supporting the UN Resolution on diabetes. Changes are possible with unity and consciousness. It’s an opportunity that we need to take in our hands. We, together, can show ourselves that global actions are a reality." Carlos Paz Herrera, Executive Director of the Mexican Diabetes Federation.
“La Federación Mexicana de Diabetes es consciente de la importancia de una acción conjunta para lograr una Resolución de la ONU sobre la diabetes. Cambios en el panorama de la enfermedad serán posibles si nos unimos y somos conscientes. Tenemos en nuestras manos una gran oportunidad. Juntos podemos demostrar que acciones globales son una realidad.”
Mexican Society of Nutrition & Endocrinology
“The Mexican Society of Nutrition & Endocrinology is in full support of the International Diabetes Federation’s campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes in order to make the world aware of the urgent need to prevent diabetes and its complications.” Dr Israel Lerman Garber, President of the Mexican Society of Nutrition & Endocrinology.
“La Sociedad Mexicana de Nutrición y Endocrinología se une a la Organización de las Naciones Unidas en la Campaña de Resolución sobre la Diabetes orientada a concienciar a la sociedad civil de la necesidad de prevenir la Diabetes y sus complicaciones.”
Mutual Integral Provincial de Ayuda al Diabético – Argentina
“MIPADI supports this important initiative. We need to act now in order to save millions of people suffering complications. For us the most important point is education.” Maria Elena Cepparo Reina, President, Maria Fe Quijano 1° vocal, Maria Belen Vasquez, Secretaria, Elda Ricci Tesorera of the Mutual Integral Provincial de Ayuda al Diabético – Argentina.
National Federation of Diabetes Associations - Brazil
“We would like to declare our total support to the UN Resolution on diabetes. We understand this resolution is of fundamental importance towards helping the increasing worldwide problem of diabetes.” Dr. Fadlo Fraige Filho, President of the National Federation of Diabetes Associations and Vice Chairman of IDF’s South and Central American Region.
Nepal Diabetes Association
"We support the campaign for a United Nations Resolution on diabetes. The Nepal Diabetes Association will be an active participant in the campaign." Dr. M D Bhattari, General Secretary of the Nepal Diabetes Association.
Norwegian Diabetes Association
“The Norwegian Diabetes Association fully supports the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. A Resolution will put diabetes on the agenda in every nation, and will contribute to the work of diabetes associations around the world. It is the right time to act.” Bjørnar Allgot, General Secretary of the Norwegian Diabetes Association.
ONE TOUCH ULTRA Team
“We are a group of people with diabetes type 1, almost all of us for more than 20 years. We have formed a sport team competing in Spain, Liga Española de Raids de Aventura http://www.raids.fedo.org/RaidFedo.php. Having knowledge of the campaign initiated by the International Federation of Diabetes (IDF), through the association in which we all collaborate and through our sponsor Lifescan, we would like to support this initiative due to the enormous importance and repercussion that we believe it has. To suffer diabetes does not mean to be an impediment for the personal, social and labour development of a person, but we need: knowledge about diabetes, motivation to overcome its day to day care and economic resources in order to have the last advances to the care of diabetes.
It is not easy to combine all these requirements, mainly in poor countries, for that reason alone the diabetes is becoming an epidemic of serious consequences that must be restrained with the awareness of all the governments. We think that its appearance must be restrained, the same that its complications and also we have to investigate in order that future generations won’t suffer this disease. For all the above, and in the knowledge that our contribution is modest, we support this campaign and we trust it will have a major success.” ONE TOUCH ULTRA Team, www.diabetesaventura.com.
Panamanian Diabetes Association
“The Panamanian Diabetes Association gives its full support to the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes because in low-income countries like ours there are a lot of diabetes cases, which we treat at the national level. However, a worldwide plan of care from the United Nations would help us very much in Panamá and in other member countries. Diabetes cases are increasing at a worldwide level and we need to count on support to fight such a difficult challenge.” Mirta Zorrilla de Corro, President of the Panamanian Diabetes Association.
"Un cordial saludo desde Panamá. La Asociación de Diabetes en Panamá brinda a su apoyo a la gestión de la FID ante las Naciones Unidas debido a que en paises en vía de desarrollo como el nuestros existen muchos casos de diabetes los cuales estamos tratando a nivel nacional; sin embargo con un plan de atención mundial de las Naciones Unidas nos ayudaría muchisímo a Panamá y otros paises que pertenecemos a esta organización ya que al transcurrir el tiempo aumentan los casos de diabetes a nivel mundial, pero contaríamos con un apoyo para combatir tan dificil reto."
Papua New Guinea Diabetes Association
"We, the Papua New Guinea Diabetes Association (PNGDA), strongly pledge our support behind the campaign for a United Nation Resolution on diabetes. The rising incidence of diabetes in a developing country like PNG is costing its citizens more than they can afford at the present rate. " Jessica Lesley- PNGDA Executive Member.
Paraguay Diabetes Foundation
“The Paraguay Diabetes Foundation (FUPADI) is in full support of the International Diabetes Federation’s campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. We must make the governments aware that one world without diabetes means progress and happiness for all communities.” Dr Alcides Acuña S, President of the Paraguay Diabetes Foundation - FUPADI.
“Manifestamos el firme apoyo de la Fundacion Paraguaya de Diabetes (FUPADI), a la campaña auspiciada por la Federacion Internacional de Diabetes (IDF) ante las naciones unidas. Cocienticemos a todos los gobiernos que un mundo sin diabetes trae el desarrollo y la felicidad de los pueblos."
Paraguayan Society of Diabetology
“The Paraguayan Society of Diabetology wants to express its total support to the ‘Unite for Diabetes’ campaign. It is our desire that this initiative becomes reality in favor our patients.” Professor Aldo Benítez, President of the Paraguayan Society of Diabetology.
“La Sociedad Paraguaya de Diabetología apoya fuertemente la campaña “Unidos por la diabetes”, emprendida por vuestra asociación. Es nuestro deseo que esta iniciativa se haga realidad en favor de nuestros queridos pacientes”.
Philippine Diabetes Association
“The Philippine Diabetes Association strongly supports the IDF led campaign for a UN Resolution alerting the world about the escalation of diabetes in the community.” Dr. Ma. Teresa Plata-Que, President of the Philippine Diabetes Association.
Polish Diabetes Association
“We enthusiastically support the campaign aimed to attract more attention to the worldwide diabetes epidemic. We do believe that passing a United Nations Resolution would help in raising resources needed to prevent diabetes and its complications. We hope that the action we will take together will have an impact on understanding the problem of diabetes both locally and globally.” Prof. Jacek Sieradzki, President of the Polish Diabetes Association
Portuguese Diabetes Association
“Eight percent of the Portuguese population waits for diabetes to be recognized as a government priority! The time to act is NOW!” Portuguese Diabetes Association.
Primary Care Diabetes Europe
Puerto Rican Society of Endocrinology and Diabetology
“The Puerto Rican Society of Endocrinology and Diabetology supports the IDF campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes is killing a lot of people in Puerto Rico. Diabetes is a global threat that requires a global response.” Efrain Rodriquez-Vigil of the Puerto Rican Society of Endocrinology and Diabetology.
Qatar Diabetes Association
“The Qatar Diabetes Association strongly supports the initiative of the IDF to pass a UN Resolution on diabetes and to raise public awareness of a very serious chronic disease.” Dr. Abdullah Al Hamaq, Executive Director of the Qatar Diabetes Association.
Quebec Diabetes Association
“We need to act now in order to save millions of people suffering from diabetes and its complications. The Quebec Diabetes Association supports the UN Resolution on diabetes.” Marc Aras, Director of Communications, Quebec Diabetes Association.
"Il faut agir maintenant pour sauver des millions de personnes du diabète et de ses complications."
Romanian Federation of Diabetes, Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases
“The Romanian Federation of Diabetes, Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases is honoured to support by all means the IDF-led campaign for a United Nations Resolution on diabetes. Diabetes affects not only individuals, but the entire society. During the past years, more healthcare providers and general population have become aware of the great burden of diabetes. It is time now to raise awareness among governments and administration.” Prof. Dr. N. Hâncu, President of the Romanian Federation of Diabetes, Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases.
Russian Diabetes Association
“The Russian Diabetes Association completely supports the campaign for a United Nations Resolution on diabetes. The national and global actions to prevent dramatic diabetic complications are actual and urgent necessity.” Valentina Peterkova, President of the Russian Diabetes Association.
Rwandan Diabetes Association
"Taking into account the prevalence of diabetes in Rwanda linked to poverty, it is estimated that one fourth of the population of 8.2 million has diabetes. This is the reason the Rwandan Diabetes Association supports the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. We invite governments, international and national institutions to support this action and unite in this fight." Francois Gishoma, Rwandan Diabetes Association.
"Compte tenu de la prévalence du diabète et de la pauvreté au Rwanda, on estime qu’un quart de la population de 8 200 000 est atteinte du diabète. C’est la raison pour laquelle l’A R D FRATERNITE soutient la campagne pour une résolution des Nations Unies en vue de mener une lutte énergique contre le diabète. Nous profitons de cette occasion pour inviter les Gouvernements et les Institutions tant internationales que nationales à soutenir cette action en vue de lutter ensemble contre le diabète."
“The Slovenian Diabetes Association supports the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. We are so glad the entire world is talking about and spreading knowledge of diabetes.” Alojz Rudolf, Vice President of the Slovenian Diabetes Association.
Society of Diabetology and Nutrition of Uruguay
"The Society of Diabetology and Nutrition of Uruguay supports this important initiative and we hope it is a great success." Dra. Graciela Vitarella, President of the Society of Diabetology and Nutrition of Uruguay.
“La Sociedad de Diabetología y Nutrición de Uruguay apoya esta importante iniciativa y espera que obtenga el mayor de los éxitos”.
Society for Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of South Africa
“The Society for Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of South Africa is in full support of the IDF-led campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes.” The Society for Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of South Africa.
Spanish Diabetes Federation
“The Spanish Federation of Diabetes expresses its total support to the United Nations Resolution on diabetes and to the ’Unite for Diabetes’ campaign. Our association will do everything possible to secure the support from the Spanish Government, providing the politicians and decision-makers with the necessary information and making them understand the vital necessity of this Resolution.” Dr. José Antonio Vázquez, President of the Spanish Federation of Diabetes.
“La Federación Española de Diabetes muestra su apoyo incondicional a la Resolución de las Naciones Unidas y a la campaña "UNIDOS POR LA DIABETES", y hará todos los esfuerzos posibles para que el Gobierno español se comprometa a tomar las medidas institucionales que se requieran a tal efecto, informádole de la importancia de dicha resolución y la necesidad de su apoyo para esta campaña.”
Spanish Diabetes Society
“The Spanish Diabetes Society expresses its total support to the United Nations Resolution on diabetes and to the ’Unite for Diabetes’ campaign. Our association will do everything possible to secure the support from the Spanish Government, providing the politicians and decision-makers with the necessary information and making them understand the vital necessity of this Resolution.” Dr. Ramon Gomis, President of the Spanish Diabetes Society.
“La Sociedad Española de Diabetes muestra su apoyo incondicional a la Resolución de las Naciones Unidas y a la campaña "UNIDOS POR LA DIABETES", y hará todos los esfuerzos posibles para que el Gobierno español se comprometa a tomar las medidas institucionales que se requieran a tal efecto, informádole de la importancia de dicha resolución y la necesidad de su apoyo para esta campaña.”
Swedish Diabetes Association
“The Swedish Diabetes Association strongly supports this initiative for a UN Resolution on diabetes.” Margareta Nilsson, President of the Swedish Diabetes Association.
Swiss Diabetes Association
“The Swiss Diabetes Association strongly supports the initiative of the IDF to pass a UN Resolution on diabetes and to raise public and political awareness of a very serious chronic disease. The Resolution will highlight the vast human, social and economic costs of diabetes globally.” Dr. Stéphanie Mörikofer-Zwez; President of the Swiss Diabetes Association.
Turkish Diabetes Association
“The executive board of the Turkish Diabetes Association are in full support of the campaign to raise global awareness of diabetes. We believe that is a privilege to be involved in such an important action. The Turkish Diabetes Association supports the campaign by all means and will organize activities in support.” Professor Taner Damci, General Secretary of the Turkish Diabetes Association.
Turkish Diabetes Foundation
"Diabetes is a rare example of a chronic and pandemic disease that beside medical treatment, awareness, education and life-style changes are the keys to reversing the fate of the devastating long-term complications, and to living healthy with diabetes. To achieve this at the national and in a broader sense at the global level, the interaction of governments and all bodies are extremely important. The Turkish Diabetes Foundation congratulates the campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes and we pledge our full participation." Prof. Dr. M. Temel Yilmaz, President of the Turkish Diabetes Foundation.
Ukrainian Diabetes Federation
“Our federation wants to express the support of IDF’s initiative to conduct such an important campaign for a UN Resolution on diabetes. It is a great thing that there are such organizations who care about people and try to make their life better. By initiating such a campaign, IDF will bring the problem of diabetes to the UN. And this is a great opportunity for millions people with diabetes to find solutions to their problems. We appeal to every person in the world to not be indifferent to such an event, and to take active part in the campaign to obtain the UN recognition for diabetes.” Valentina Ocheretenko, Chair of the Board of Ukrainian Diabetic Federation and IDF Vice-President.
Union of Diabetics Patients of the Czech Republic - DIASTYL
“Considering diabetes as one of the major global health problem, Union of Diabetics Patients of the Czech Republic - DIASTYL is very grateful for all activities done by many organizations related to United Nation Resolution on diabetes. Together we are stronger; together we can fight against diabetes easily. We support fully this worldwide movement and feel proud to being part of it.” Martin Ladyr, President of the Union of Diabetics Patients of the Czech Republic – DIASTYL.
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