On March 21, 2009, the American Diabetes Association will once again host Diabetes EXPO Atlanta, an annual, one-day event showcasing the latest products and services for people with diabetes. This highly interactive event includes activities for people of all ages - including a fun Kids Corner with exciting activities and information for children with diabetes and their families. The Diabetes EXPO also provides the public with a unique opportunity to talk with health care experts and obtain important medical and nutrition information. "If you or someone you love has diabetes, Diabetes EXPO is an opportunity to learn all about the important aspects of prevention and management of diabetes and its potentially serious complications in a fun, relaxed environment," said Mike Gault, Senior Executive Director, American Diabetes Association. ”Diabetes EXPO is for everyone affected by diabetes, as well as anyone else who is interested in healthy eating and active living.”
Diabetes is the nation's seventh deadliest disease and it has no cure. Diabetes can lead to serious complications and premature death, but people with diabetes can take steps to manage the disease and lower the risk of complications. Early diagnosis and treatment of diabetes is critical. Unfortunately, many people living with diabetes do not even know it. More than 60 exhibitors are participating in this year’s Diabetes EXPO, which will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at The Georgia World Congress Center.
Admission is free.
A special section, ADA Experience, includes an opportunity to participate in interactive cooking and exercise demonstrations and find out how the American Diabetes Association is helping people with diabetes and their families in the community. Diabetes Expo Atlanta is presented by Walmart/Sam’s Club. World sponsors include Humana and Tenet Healthcare Foundation. Other sponsors include: Foot Solutions, Novo Nordisk, Sciele Pharma, Inc,. WAGA FOX5, Univision, 105.3 El Patron, 105.7 Viva, Kiss 104.1 Atlanta Tribune Magazine and fitATLANTA, and Modern Senior Living are media sponsors.
For more information about Diabetes EXPO, call 1-888-DIABETES (1-888-342-2383) x 3166, or visit diabetes.org/AtlantaEXPO.
The American Diabetes Association
is the nation's leading voluntary health organization supporting diabetes research, information and advocacy. Founded in 1940, the Association has offices in every region of the country, providing services to hundreds of communities.
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