StayWell Guam Diabetes Foundation

24/06/2020

Got Diabetes Grant Program Launched!

29/05/2019

Yesterday, StayWell Guam Diabetes Foundation received a brand new laptop and projector from the leadership of the Guam Friendship Golf Club.
Our deepest thanks to Jun Toledo, Chairman of the Board; Gerry Fajardo, President; and Raffy Battung, Secretary for their generous support of diabetes educational programming for our island community. Si Yu'os Ma'ase.

30/03/2019

Hafa Adai! Stop by our tent at the 10th Annual Chamorro Cultural Fest today @ San Marcos, CA.

27/11/2018

This Diabetes Awareness Month, we want to shed light on the diabetes epidemic in Guam. The facts are alarming:12% of all adults in Guam have diabetes, with a higher prevalence of 16.2% for those of Chamorro heritage. Children are also affected, with rates of obesity at 23% (obesity is a precursor to diabetes). We are committed to the diabetes community on the island, finding informed solutions and bringing awareness to the crisis. Let's work together, and .

14/11/2018

Today is World Diabetes Day! StayWell Insurance Guam/CNMI Team is showing their support by wearing their StayWell Guam Diabetes Foundation shirts.

31/03/2018

Future of Diabetes: https://jdrf.org.uk/news/future-of-diabetes/

“JDRF supported a number of MPs from different parties to participate in a debate on the future of diabetes. The issues they raised including funding for diabetes technology, including insulin pumps, access to the Freestyle Libre, greater understanding of the condition in schools, and JDRF’s work on developing the artificial pancreas with Dr Roman Hovorka at the University of Cambridge…”

A new analysis conducted by charity Diabetes UK has revealed that the number of those aged 17 or over who are living with diabetes in the UK has doubled in the past 20 years. It shows that of the 3.7 million that have been diagnosed, around 90% are living with type 2 diabetes, and around …

29/03/2018

Person giving back in the diabetes community: Jillian Rose Reed. MTV Actress.
Why is she important to the fight against diabetes? She is passionate about caring for the diabetic community. Her brother lives with Type 1 diabetes, which is why she is so committed to the American Diabetes Association She raises funds for the cause and is known to use her media time to shed light on the disease.

28/03/2018

Diabetes: The differences between Type 1 and 2.. Read the article here: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/7504.php

There are important differences between diabetes type 1 and type 2. Find out what distinguishes each type, as well as the differing causes and treatments.

27/03/2018

24/03/2018

Check out https://myglu.org/, a Type 1 Diabetes community. They are a source for accelerating promising research, sharing of wisdom, and a support/connection in the Type 1 community around the world.

Looking to connect with others whose lives are affected by T1D? Find answers, share wisdom and offer support—while supporting research

22/03/2018

Thank you to everyone who came out and supported StayWell Guam Diabetes Foundation, what a special treat to have the incredibly talented Vanessa Williams here with us! We are grateful for all of your support for our first Gala! We have our work cut out for us in taking on diabetes, but we are ready. Thank you for being part of the journey as we continue to move forward with our mission!