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July 9, 2024
Refugee Can Be (Continuation of Voices from Around the World Luncheon) (virtual, City Terrace 7)
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July 9, 2024
Come hear the inspiring immigration and service journey of Chantale Zuzi, a recent ACB scholarship recipient. From a refugee in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to an accomplished young woman committed to serving others. Learn how Chantale triumphed over adversity and found resilience, and how she is striving to empower refugee girls in East Africa to reach their full potential. Presenter: Chantale Zuzi, Founder, Refugee Can Be, Wellesley, MA.
What’s Late and Great in the Diabetes Management Space for 2024 (virtual) (Online Only)
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July 9, 2024
Discussion of the new standards of care for diabetes for 2024. This session will focus on updates in diabetes care and management. We will highlight new drugs to market and delve into navigating the ongoing shortages of GLP1 medications. Updates will be provided on continuous glucose monitor technology, including the newly approved Stelo Glucose Biosensor system by Dexcom, available OTC, without a prescription. Insulin pumps and automated insulin delivery system advances will also be presented. There will be ample time for open discussion and questions and answers.
Diabetes and Advocacy: American Diabetes Association and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Legislative Priorities for 2024 (virtual) (Online Only)
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July 9, 2024
Lisa Murdock, ADA’s Chief Advocacy Officer, and Lynn Starr, JDRF’s Chief Global Advocacy Officer, will share their respective organizations legislative priorities for 2024, inclusive of what is being done to make durable medical equipment (DME) fully accessible. Join ACB Diabetics in Action for what promises to be a stimulating conversation about advocating for the rights of individuals living with diabetes and vision loss!
Sugar and Spice Isn’t Always Nice (virtual) (Online Only)
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July 9, 2024
This year, we feature both type 1 and type 2 diabetics, plus a spouse who discusses supporting someone who is diabetic.
A Conversation on Blindness in Trinidad and Tobago (virtual, City Terrace 7)
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July 9, 2024
Mr. Kenneth Suratt, Executive Officer, Trinidad and Tobago Blind Welfare Association, will speak at Tuesday morning’s General Session. Here is a great opportunity to hear from and talk with him directly in a smaller, more intimate setting. Come learn about the challenges and opportunities facing blind people in Trinidad and Tobago and lessons we can apply in the United States. Presenter: Kenneth Suratt, Executive Officer, Trinidad and Tobago Blind Welfare Association, Port-of-Spain, Trinidad. Co-sponsored by IRC and MCAC