What Does ADA Do for Kids with Diabetes?Targeted Medical Research: The ADA has launched two new research projects for the benefit of youth and adults with type 1 diabetes. One project is an islet cell replacement initiative and the other is an infant screening program in Florida that could one day lead to prevention strategies for type 1 diabetes. Learn more at diabetes.org/research.

Diabetes Camp: The American Diabetes Association is committed to outdoor recreational activities for children including day and resident camps and retreat and are the largest provider of these events in the world. Learn more on our Web site at www.diabetes.org/camp.

School Walk for Diabetes: School Walk for Diabetes is a fundraising and educational event presented by the American Diabetes Association at your child’s school. School Walk promotes community services, building school spirit, learning more about diabetes and raising money for a good cause— diabetes research, information, and advocacy.

Print-On-Demand ("PODs"): The PODs provide detailed information on specific topics, from type 2 diabetes in youth to an overview of insulin delivery devices. Download PODs from the Youth Zone Web site at www.diabetes.org/wizdom/download or call us at 1-800-DIABETES (342-2383) for hard copies.

Books & Resources: The American Diabetes Association publishes new books every year to help families living with diabetes. This year, keep an eye out for our brand new book, “Cooking Up Fun for Kids with Diabetes.” From the basics of diabetes meal planning to hundreds of cool recipes kids can make themselves, this book’s a blast! Get your copy online at http://store.diabetes.org or check your favorite bookstore for this or other American Diabetes Association titles.

Advocacy: The American Diabetes Association is the only organization that works to help families of youth with diabetes fight school discrimination. We also advocate for increased federal funding of diabetes research, prevention programs, medical insurance coverage, and we help youth learn how to help themselves through advocacy. Call 1-800-DIABETES for more information or to obtain a school discrimination packet. Visit the Advocacy Action Center online at http://advocacy.diabetes.org.

Parents' E-Newsletter: Thousands of parents receive our bi-monthly updates of news, information, tips, and hints just for parents of kids and teens with diabetes. To start your subscription, visit us online at diabetes.org/ada/emaillist.asp.

Wizdom Kit: Wizdom is the kit of wit and wisdom for the kids with diabetes and their families. Parents need only to call us at 1-800-DIABETES (342-2383) or e-mail wizdom@diabetes.org to get a free kit. We’re also happy to send free Wizdom referral pads to diabetes care providers’ offices.

Youth Zone® Web site: The American Diabetes Association is the comprehensive site just for kids and teens with diabetes. From food & nutrition, to insulin and emotion issues, we have the information kids and teens want to know about diabetes. Plus, check out our cool games in the Brain Sprain section and lots, lots more! Visit the Youth Zone at diabetes.org/wizdom.

Other Research Funding: The ADA continues to fund research to find a cure for diabetes. The projects we support cover the spectrum from islet cell biology and transplantation techniques to studies in education and behavioral issues. And we are quickly increasing our support for research, providing $31.7 million for diabetes research in 2002, and approximately $34.2 million in 2003. Learn more at diabetes.org/research.

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