Hi friends and family,
2021 marked the 100th anniversary of the discovery of insulin – a Canadian life-saving achievement in world health. Research continues here in Canada for a cure for those living with diabetes. I’ve been living with type 1 diabetes for 48 years.
I am once again motivated to raise funds for such a great cause – Diabetes Canada. I am living proof that the research dollars invested in diabetes have made a huge difference to those living with diabetes. Advancements over the years have made it much easier to manage diabetes and medical research is in need of funding to continue to improve management and reduce complications of heart, kidneys, eyes and nerve damage.
Diabetes Canada plays a key role in funding research, advocating for access to care, and providing programs for children & their families for self-management. One in 3 Canadians have diabetes or pre-diabetes. More funding is need to curb this trend and support the growing number of Canadians requiring support to manage the disease.
I have taken up the challenge to help raise needed funds by walking 100k this September. 100% of the funds raised will go directly to Diabetes Canada as this is a virtual event. No amount is too small. If diabetes is a charity you support, please consider sponsoring me for this very worthwhile cause.
Thanks, Leslie Ann
Did you know that diabetes significantly increases risks for other diseases? In Canada, diabetes is the leading cause of blindness and contributes to 30% of strokes, 40% of heart attacks, 50% of kidney failure requiring dialysis, and 70% of all non-traumatic foot and leg amputations.
- Leslie Ann