Resources

Access to information is the first step to ensuring you receive the best care possible. In addition to exploring all of the helpful information on this web site, you can visit other sites that were created with you in mind.

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Worldwide

World Diabetes Foundation

The World Diabetes Foundation is dedicated to supporting prevention and treatment of diabetes in developing countries. 
http://www.worlddiabetesfoundation.org/

International Diabetes Federation (IDF)

A Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) having relationships with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). The IDF is the only global advocate for people with diabetes and their healthcare providers.
http://www.idf.org/home/

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRF)

The mission of the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International is to find a cure for diabetes through the support of research.
http://www.jdrf.org/

Europe

European Association for the Study of Diabetes

European Association for the Study of Diabetes encourages and supports research in the field of Diabetes.
http://www.easd.org/

Diabetes UK

Diabetes UK is the largest organization in the UK working for people with diabetes, funding research, campaigning, and helping people live with the condition.
http://www.diabetes.org.uk/Guide-to-diabetes/

The Federation of European Nurses in Diabetes (FEND)

The Federation of European Nurses in Diabetes (FEND) was established in 1995 and has established a unique voice for nurses working in the field of diabetes care, research and education in Europe. It is recognized as a positive influence by WHO Europe, IDF Europe, SVD Executive, EASD, DESG and national diabetes nursing organizations.
http://www.fend.org/

Canada

Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)

The CIHR is a Canadian federal agency for health research. Its objectives are to excel in the creation of new knowledge and its translation into improved health for Canadians, more effective health services and products and a strengthened health care system.
http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/

United States

American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE)

Dedicated to advancing the role of the diabetes educator and improving the quality of diabetes education and care. The site has a locator to help find a Diabetes Educator in your area.
http://www.aadenet.org/

American Diabetes Association (ADA)

The ADA funds research, publishes scientific findings, and provides information and other services to people with diabetes, their families, health care professionals and the public.
http://www.diabetes.org/

Caregiver.com

Caregiver.com offers helpful information for caregivers of people with diabetes.
http://www.caregiver.com/

Centers for Disease Control (CDC) -- Diabetes Public Health Resource

The CDC takes information from clinical trials and incorporates it into U.S. clinical and public health practices. In addition, the CDC facilitates the availability of services to people affected by diabetes.
www.cdc.gov/diabetes

Children with Diabetes

An information resource and community forum for children, families and adults living with type 1 diabetes. The site also has educational resources.
http://www.childrenwithdiabetes.com/index_cwd.htm

Food and Nutrition Information Center (FNIC)

The FNIC offers healthy facts about food and nutrition. It is part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/index.html

HealthTalk Interactive (HTI) -- Diabetes Education Network

HTI connects patients with people who can answer their questions via interactive Web broadcasts designed to offer more than clinical medical information.
http://www.healthtalk.com/

Insulin Pumpers

Insulin Pumpers' web site provides support and information to adults and children who use insulin pumps.
http://www.insulin-pumpers.org/

Joslin Diabetes Center

The Joslin Diabetes Center provides extensive information on diabetes treatment and research for patients and professionals.
http://www.joslin.harvard.edu/

National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)

The NDEP is a federally-sponsored initiative to improve the treatment and outcomes for people with diabetes, to promote early diagnosis, and to prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. The NDEP Web site includes diabetes information and awareness campaigns.
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease (NIDDK)

The NIDDK conducts and supports research on many of the most serious diseases affecting public health, including diabetes. This U.S. site includes an information dissemination service called the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse (NDIC).
www.niddk.nih.gov/health/diabetes/diabetes.htm

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

The NIH in the U.S. is one of the world's foremost medical research institutions. The goal of its research is to acquire new knowledge to help prevent, detect, diagnose, and treat disease and disability.
http://www.nih.gov/

Taking Control of Your Diabetes (TCOYD)

The mission of TCOYD is to educate and motivate people with diabetes and their loved ones to take a more active role in their condition. The site also lists TCOYD educational classes.
http://www.tcoyd.org/

Asia

Japanese Diabetes Society

The Japanese Diabetes Society provides information and research for people suffering form diabetes.
http://www.jds.or.jp/