SCITUATE AROUND TOWN: Animal shelter sale is the just start of the good news May 21, 2009
The evening featured dancing, games and prizes and raised more than $5,000 towards the group s ultimate goal of donating $50,000 to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) in 2009 ... com, and for information about juvenile diabetes visit jdrf. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Medicine, religion collide in chemo refusal May 21, 2009
The 11-year-old died as a result of untreated juvenile diabetes. Dale Neumann's trial is scheduled for July. (USA Today -- News)
Brennan Bollman, a biological sciences major from St. Joseph, gives the valedictory address during Notre Dame\'s commencement Sunday at the Joyce Athletic and Convocation Center in South Bend. She encouraged her classmates to \"risk disappointment.\" Don Campbell / H-P staff May 20, 2009
"Those who speak out against stem cell research may be rooted in admirable conviction about the sacredness of life, but so are the parents of a child with juvenile diabetes who are convinced that their son's or daughter's hardships can be relieved.". On the abortion issue, Obama said that in considering the controversy surrounding his visit to Notre Dame, he recalled a letter he'd received from a doctor days after winning the Democratic nomination. (The Herald-Palladium)
Florence Sieber (7) May 20, 2009
Memorial donations may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) in honor of David Sieber, or to a charity of donor's choice. Florence was born on Nov. 13, 1914, in Chicago, to Frank and Josephine (Miska) Hradecky. (The Herald-Palladium)
Triglycerides implicated in diabetes nerve loss May 19, 2009
"Aggressive treatment can be very beneficial to patients in terms of their neuropathy," says Feldman, who is also director of the A. Alfred Taubman Medical Research Institute and director of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Center at U-M for the study of complications in diabetes ... Funding: National Institutes of Health, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Center for the Study of Complications in Diabetes, American Diabetes Association, Thomas Foundation, Sigma Tau Research, and the... (EurekAlert!)
FULL TEXT: Obama's speech, as delivered to Notre Dame grads May 18, 2009
So next year, if you need a 6'2" forward with a decent jumper, you know where I live. (Laughter and applause.) Every one of you should be proud of what you have achieved at this institution. One hundred and sixty-three classes of Notre Dame graduates have sat where you sit today. Some were here during years that simply rolled into the next without much notice or fanfare periods of relative peace and prosperity that required little by way of sacrifice or struggle. You, however, are not getting... (USA Today)
Obama urges dialogue, not demonization, on abortion May 18, 2009
Religious opponents of stem cell research, he said, "may be rooted in admirable conviction about the sacredness of life, but so are the parents of a child with juvenile diabetes who are convinced that their son's or daughter's hardships can be relieved.". That debate can be resolved, and common ground found, only through good works, kindness, and mutual respect - a fundamental part of all religious traditions, Obama said. (Boston Globe)
Seattle Laces Up to Beat the Bridge and Diabetes May 18, 2009
SEATTLE, May 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- On Sunday, May 17, over 9,000 runners, walkers and all manner of fleet footed fundraisers in the fight against diabetes gathered at University of Washington's Husky Stadium to participate in the 27th Annual Nordstrom Beat the Bridge to Beat Diabetes event to benefit the Northwest Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) ... Proceeds from Nordstrom Beat the Bridge to Beat Diabetes, including registration fees and pledges, will benefit... (PR Newswire)
Suzanne Rose Vinson May 16, 2009
Donations in her memory can be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Society or the American Cancer Society. She will be missed by all who knew her and will be forever in the loving memory of her family. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
I-Team: Unemployed Dad Struggles to Help Diabetic Son May 14, 2009
Tye was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes when he was 6-years-old. Father and son have struggled to manage Tye's disease. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
A Celebration Of The Life Of Frank Gansz Set For June 5th May 13, 2009
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation In Memory of Frank Gansz 4343 East Camelback Road, Suite 230 Phoenix, Arizona 85018. . (Uclabruins.com)
Death Notices for Tuesday, May 12 May 13, 2009
Memorials to Alzheimer's Association or Juvenile Diabetes Association are preferred. The family is being served by Nieburg-Vitt Funeral Home, Washington. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Four Toreros Named to 2009 All-PCSC List May 12, 2009
was the first to receive this award for her community service at a downtown shelter feeding the hungry, attendance at Light Up The Night, participation in a local elementary school reading program, and participating in the Juvenile Diabetes Walk for the Cure to name just a few. The Toreros close the 2009 season with their best finish in program history taking third place in the PCSC with an 11-9 mark, and will spend the off season training and preparing for the non-traditional season in the... (Usdtoreros.com)
Sanjay Gupta on the Vitamin D Debate May 12, 2009
One part of the discourse focuses on the growing body of research that points to numerous health benefits of the chemical (actually a hormone): it can help prevent rickets in children and severe bone loss in adults and potentially lowers the risk of multiple sclerosis, juvenile diabetes, cancer, heart disease, colds and influenza. Amid all this new evidence, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) has assembled a panel of experts to re-evaluate just how much vitamin D we really need and can safely... (Time.com)
Friday's Diabetes Awareness Day Means More to Doug Hansen May 9, 2009
According to Dr. Alison Okada Wollitzer, the Director of Research Administration and Operations at the Sansum Diabetes Research Institute, "The Artificial Pancreas Project is a collaborative research project between the Chemical Engineering Department at UCSB and the Sansum Diabetes Research Institute. The project is part of a multi-center effort funded by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to find a mechanical cure for type 1 diabetes through the development of an artificial pancreas.... (Ucsbgauchos.com)
President of Cosma and Damiano Joseph DeCandia, left, joined Honoree Cavaliere Joseph Meccariello, Clementina Meccariello, Sal Pace, Michael Mannarino and John Calcagnile."> May 8, 2009
Queens Chronicle - Gala event raises money and hopes hopes. Gala event raises money and hopes hopes 05/07/2009. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Skating to end to juvenile diabetes May 8, 2009
Mary Vadaro and James Wilson, both graduating seniors of Hingham High School, are raising money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation for their senior project ... Mary Vadaro and James Wilson, both graduating seniors of Hingham High School, are raising money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) for their senior project ... The inspiration of this fundraiser comes from Jamey s sister who has Type 1 Juvenile Diabetes. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Gala event raises money and hopes hopes May 8, 2009
President of Cosma and Damiano Joseph DeCandia, left, joined Honoree Cavaliere Joseph Meccariello, Clementina Meccariello, Sal Pace, Michael Mannarino and John Calcagnile (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Potential Preventative Therapy For Type 1 Diabetes May 5, 2009
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation supported this research. Garvan's Diabetes Vaccine Development Centre (DVDC), the mandate of which is to develop a vaccine for Type 1 Diabetes, is funding further research with the compound. (Science Daily)
Ahwatukee chamber selects new CEO May 5, 2009
Kimble replaces Laura Rivers, who left the job last month to become director of special events and marketing for the Phoenix chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Kimble, who was selected from more than 100 applicants for the job, said she moved to the Valley in January when her husband took a new job here. (AZCentral -- Business)
Obituary: Emma R. Lucas, 28 May 5, 2009
For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, contributions in Ms. Lucas memory may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International at jdrf. org, or 1-800-533-CURE (2873). (Acton Beacon, MA)
Reader offers thanks to Brewton May 5, 2009
I have type 1 juvenile diabetes, and just like any other child I did not of course ask for it. In fact, I actually really hate being a diabetic. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Lack of Vitamin D in kids linked to risks later in life May 5, 2009
The finding, based on blood tests of two-year olds from the Toronto area, suggests that shortfalls in vitamin D may be widespread in young children across the country, potentially placing them at an elevated risk of developing a wide range of diseases later in life, including multiple sclerosis, cancer and juvenile diabetes. "Vitamin D deficiency is associated with a number of chronic medical conditions," observed Jonathon Maguire, a researcher at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children and lead... (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Narcolepsy is an autoimmune disorder, Stanford researcher says May 4, 2009
The work, which will be published online May 3 in Nature Genetics, could lead to better treatments for the sleep disorder and help immunologists understand other, more common autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis and juvenile diabetes. "We're now getting the main pieces of what's happening in narcolepsy," said Mignot, a Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator who has been studying the disease for more than two decades. (EurekAlert!)
Hits and Misses May 2, 2009
Daniel's younger brother Jake has juvenile diabetes and Daniel has organized an assortment of fundraisers and benefits that have netted more than $600,000 for the Junior Diabetes Research Foundation. MISS: The 80 seconds the New Jersey Devils needed to advance to the second playoff round but failed when Jussi Jokinen and Eric Staal scored goals to steal the victory for the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday evening. (NJ.com -- Times)
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Dealing with diabetes May 1, 2009
Kauffman is interested in diabetes education and works for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Every summer she works with over 500 diabetic kids at the Gales Creek Camp. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Schedule of Upcoming Luncheons at the National Press Club May 1, 2009
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Hard times don't stop people from from helping with diabetes fundraiser Apr 30, 2009
We ve been experiencing tough times and it s been amazing to see the event take place, said Kim Seligman, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation liaison for Muscatine ... 5-mile walk to raise funds for the juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation ... According to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 85 percent of the money it raises goes directly to research. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Big brother's fund-raising effort tops $600,000 Apr 30, 2009
WEST WINDSOR -- When Daniel Fine's brother, Jake, was first diagnosed with juvenile diabetes at age 7, he made a decision as big brother ... Daniel took the lead in organizing two benefit golf and tennis tournaments at Greenacres Country Club in Lawrence, the first of which raised more than $250,000 for juvenile diabetes research. (NJ.com -- Times)
Face to face Apr 30, 2009
This disability is more common than childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes, and pediatric AIDS combined. April is Autism Awareness month, and "Faces and Voices of Autism" is a good way to bring attention to the disorder. (Boston Globe)
FAU's 2009 Senior Award Winners Announced Apr 30, 2009
He has given generous amounts of time to everyone from nursing home residents to those afflicted with juvenile diabetes and the place he has donated the vast majority of his time, the Boca Raton Community Church nursery. Sportsmanship Award Female: , Tennis is a four-year letterman who has been the glue that has held the team together through two coaching changes. (Fausports.com)
Pint-sized fundraisers Apr 29, 2009
The money raised will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Walk taking place Friday, May 1 at 6 p.m. on the riverfront in Muscatine ... The money raised will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Walk taking place at 6 p.m. Friday, May 1, on the riverfront in Muscatine. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Obituary: Officer James P. Gerakines Apr 29, 2009
For those who wish, contributions in Officer Gerakines memory may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 60 Walnut St., No. 102, Wellesley, MA 02482. Loading commenting interface. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Ford Hybrid Hits 1,445 Miles On 1 Tank Apr 29, 2009
and ended in Washington, D.C. The effort raised money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. It was also a show of ultimate fuel economy, as the vehicle delivered more than 80 miles per gallon over the challenge. (KSBW 8, CA)
Rainbow Gala benefit Apr 28, 2009
The red and yellow roses from Hepatica brought the sun into the Pittsburgh Hilton ballroom, which 650 guests packed in support of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. By evening's end more than $910,000 was in the pot of green. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Somerville's Anna Yu is the new face of autism in MBTA, May Institute campaign Apr 20, 2009
It is more common than childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes, and pediatric AIDS combined. For decades, May Institute has worked to increase public awareness about autism, a disability that has become a public health crisis, said Institute President and CEO Walter P. Christian, Ph. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Teen speaks out about diabetes Apr 20, 2009
To read the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation's bio onKrista Thomson, visit Sunday, April 19, 2009 ... Every two years, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation's Children's Congress selects about 150 children ages 4 to 17, from more than 1,500 essay submitters, to represent the 50 states and the District of Columbia in a face-to-face meeting with government officials to petition for more funding for Type 1 diabetes research and finding a cure. (Juneau Empire)
Olympic triathlete Jarrod Shoemaker to speak at CHS Saturday Apr 17, 2009
While the Cohasset Triathlon will still raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, proceeds from the Marlborough Triathlon will go toward Children s Hospital Boston ... The Olympic swimmer was attracted to the event because of its partnership with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF); he was diagnosed with Type 1 (juvenile) diabetes in 1999. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Marathon: Hopkinton residents who are running Apr 17, 2009
"To raise money for Cycle Kids, a charity that promotes bicycling and bicycle safety in order to fight childhood obesity and juvenile diabetes. The dramatic rise in childhood obesity is tragic, and I m glad to support an organization working to fight that trend.". Glen Graubart Age: 45 What inspires you to run. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
Broncos' Dawkins wins 2009 Byron White award Apr 17, 2009
Dawkins, who joined the Broncos this spring as a free agent, served as regional spokesman for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation while in Philadelphia. He also worked with the Burn Prevention Foundation, hosting an annual golf tournament to raise awareness and money for its programs. (ESPN -- Football News)
Letter: Keenans clarify their participation in walk Apr 17, 2009
I am writing to clarify the piece that appeared in last Sunday's Southwest Montana Snapshots section regarding our participation in the upcoming Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation's Walk to Cure Diabetes. The first sentence, "Jim and Laura Keenan are seeking financial support in their participation in the Walk to Cure Diabetes held by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation," makes it sound a bit like we are trying to raise money to fund our participation in the walk rather than trying to... (Montana Standard, MT)
Stem Cells May Free Diabetics From Insulin Apr 17, 2009
In the past, it was referred to as juvenile diabetes because the majority of cases were diagnosed in children. More than 1 million Americans, both adults and children, have the disease. (Newsmax)
Device Protects Transplanted Pancreatic Cells From The Immune System Apr 17, 2009
This study was funded by grants from the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases and the JW Kieckhefer Foundation. Adapted from materials provided by. (Science Daily)
Stem cell transplant promising for type 1 diabetes Apr 16, 2009
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation also cited a number of issues that need to be addressed before such a procedure would become available to patients. While not involved in the study, the foundation says "it does provide some intriguing results that bear further investigation.". (CNN -- Health)
State mandated BMI screenings receive mixed reviews locally Apr 16, 2009
There are quite a few kids these days that are overweight and there is a rise of juvenile diabetes. Creeden said that the Tri-Town School Union has not yet received any official correspondence from the Massachusetts Public Health Council and is waiting for further instruction. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Transplant frees diabetics from insulin Apr 15, 2009
Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes, occurs when the immune system mistakenly destroys islets, removing the ability of the pancreas to produce the insulin needed to process sugar. An estimated 140,000 Australians survive on a lifelong strict routine of diet and insulin injections or an insulin pump. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Spartan Sports Roundup Apr 15, 2009
Jack Newman bcame the first Spartan to play at the Masters over the weekend (Msuspartans.com)
Whitemarsh Business Association awards college scholarships to eight PW students Apr 14, 2009
She was also captain of a Walk for the Cure team to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. In the fall, Hufnagel will study biology at the University of Pittsburgh. (Conshohocken Recorder, PA)
Southwest Montana Snapshots Apr 12, 2009
Help asked with diabetes funds Jim and Laura Keenan are seeking financial support in their participation in the Walk to Cure Diabetes held by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Their son, Eric, was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes at the age of 8 last year. (Montana Standard, MT)
Letters to the editor: April 9 edition Apr 10, 2009
Thanks to the following community businesses for their participation and/or donations: Invidia Salon, Ben & Jerry's of Natick, Lotus Blossom, Karma Coffee, REI Marathon Sports, Landry's Bicycles, Fallon Community Health Plan, Metrowest Community Health Care Foundation, Rossini's, Sudbury Coffee Works, the Lincoln and Sudbury police departments, Diva Salon, Super Snap Shots, American Cancer Society-Relay for Life, Sudbury Muscular Therapy, The Field House, Core Trainings, Impact Samaritans, SADD,... (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Juvenile diabetes hits more Asian-Pacific Island youths Apr 7, 2009
Type 1 diabetes, formerly known as juvenile diabetes, is an autoimmune disorder requiring insulin for survival because the body's immune cells destroy insulin-producing cells in the pancreas ... Type 1 diabetes, formerly known as juvenile diabetes, is an autoimmune disorder requiring insulin for survival because the body's immune cells destroy insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Stem cell therapy grows new blood vessels Apr 7, 2009
The research was funded by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Aldagen Inc. and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. . (EurekAlert!)
Obituary: Mary C. Kolb, 96 Apr 7, 2009
For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (http://www. jdrf. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Former Eagle Brian Dawkins Remains Official Spokesperson of Schuylkill Valley Sports After Flying to the Broncos Apr 3, 2009
Selected by his teammates in 2005 as the Eagles Man of the Year for his charitable work, Dawkins is also the regional spokesman for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and plays a part in the Home Depot NFL Neighborhood MVP program which recognizes players who are making a positive impact in their local communities. Contact. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Kittrell students walk for diabetes research Apr 3, 2009
Students at Waterloo's Kittrell Elementary School walked a mile course around the school for the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation as part of a fundraiser Wednesday, April, 01, 2009. Some found a camera a little too tempting to pass by without the usual reactions expected of third through fifth grade students. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Kittrell kids march to fight juvenile diabetes Apr 2, 2009
Students at Waterloo's Kittrell Elementary School walked a mile course around the school for the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation as part of a fundraiser Wednesday ... A school kids walk benefiting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation was held. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Tiffany George crowned new Miss Greater Watertown Apr 2, 2009
Ms. George's issue of concern was juvenile diabetes awareness and support. She recently soughts sponsors to support her mother, sister, sister's friend and herself in walking two miles in support of the issue. (Town Times, CT)
St. Pete: Luczo Dragon Racing preview Apr 1, 2009
The beneficiaries of the Luczo Dragon profit donation program are: Always Dream Foundation (Kristi Yamaguchi), All Stars Helping Kids (Marcus Allen, Ronnie Lott), Bay Area Women's Sports Initiative (Brandi Chastain), Chase the Stars Foundation (Kerri Walsh), Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Indiana Chapter (Rick Mears), Donovan McNabb Foundation (Donovan McNabb), Fisher House, Colorado Chapter (John Elway), Four Rings Montana Family Foundation (Joe Montana), Jackson Community College Foundation Wilbur... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
The promise of real-time health care Apr 1, 2009
In late 2005, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) launched its Artificial Pancreas Project and the Artificial Pancreas Consortium, which includes Cambridge, Yale and Stanford universities. Researchers are now working together to develop computer algorithms and mathematical equations that would link CGMs through a miniature computer to an insulin pump that would deliver automatic, accurate insulin doses. (Globe and Mail)
Embryonic stem cell research unshackles the quest for cures Mar 29, 2009
Millions of Americans suffering from Parkinson s, juvenile diabetes, spinal cord injuries, and cancer deserve credible hope for a cure. Embryonic stem cell research offers that hope. (Sioux City Journal)
Business, Labor, Academia and Bioscience Groups to Launch New Coalition to Promote Medical Innovation and Spark Economic Growth Mar 28, 2009
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). Laborers' International Union of North America - Local 1029. (PR Newswire)
Chumash tribe hosts statewide health conference Mar 27, 2009
Traditionally known as juvenile diabetes, it can strike children who aren t overweight but can be regulated with insulin. Type 2, the most common type, can go unnoticed for many years. (Santa Maria Times)
Full transcript of President Barack Obama's press conference Mar 26, 2009
What we have said is that for embryos that are typically about to be discarded, for us to be able to use those in order to find cures for Parkinson's or for Alzheimer's or for, you know, all sorts of other debilitating diseases, juvenile diabetes, that -- that it is the right thing to do. And that's not just my opinion. (KRNV.com, NV)
Mary Tyler Moore tells how she took control of diabetes Mar 24, 2009
She is the international chairwoman of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, a group she has worked with for years. Few viewers knew that around the time The Mary Tyler Moore Show launched, she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, a life-threatening illness with serious health implications. (USA Today -- Life)