WHO WE ARE
The Alberta Diabetes Foundation (ADF) has a vision for a world without diabetes. We will do this by rapidly and strategically funding cutting edge diabetes research in Alberta for the world. For over 30 years, ADF has funded research that has improved lives for people with diabetes. The first 12 years focused on islet cell transplantation that led to the “Edmonton Protocol” - still an international standard of care. Today, ADF funds world-renowned research at the Alberta Diabetes Institute for the prevention and treatment of Type 1, Type 2 and pre-diabetes. We support developing researchers (studentships), emerging research, and innovations in research that disrupts traditional thinking, including inspiring commercialization. ADF is committed to finding a cure for diabetes in Alberta!
FOCUSED ON FINDING A CURE
The Alberta Diabetes Foundation believes in a world without diabetes. We are a small but mighty team of driven people, who strive to fund research that will make a difference.
This is your opportunity to help us build a future without diabetes. 100% of your donation stays within Alberta to help make a positive difference for the 1 million Albertans living with diabetes.
Research is the backbone of the Foundation. From the breakthrough Edmonton Protocol, to Islet Cell transplants, we fund Alberta-based research that is changing the future of diabetes.
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FROM OUR BLOG
Read about how the Hebenton's deal with diabetes through a poignant letter written by Michelle Hebenton, a mother to a 6 year old with diabetes.
Learn all about Dr. Haqq's exciting Type 2 Diabetes research with Metformin and fibre supplementation!
Learn about Dr. James Shapiro and his exciting advances in Stem Cell transplantation as a cure for diabetes!
Learn some tricks and tips to help navigate the holidays while managing diabetes!
Learn how Dr. Korbutt and Dr. Pepper are reimagining The Edmonton Protocol and islet transplantation
Learn about Dr. Buteau's exciting research updates!
GET THE FACTS ON DIABETES
- 1.18 million Albertans have diabetes and prediabetes
- There are an estimated 130,000 undiagnosed cases of diabetes
- Diabetes rates are expected to rise 50% by 2026
- Diabetes reduces lifespan by 5-15 years
- 30% of people with diabetes have depressive symptoms
- Complications of diabetes includes lower limb amputation, heart attacks, stroke, kidney disease, and vision loss
- Diabetes can affect anyone, regardless of age, weight, or health
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING DIABETES RESEARCH IN ALBERTA
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