OU Health Harold Hamm Diabetes Center

11/17/2025

Diabetes can develop gradually, and its symptoms are often easy to overlook. Knowing what to watch for can make all the difference.

Here are some common signs to be aware of:
- Increased thirst
- Urinating often
- Unexplained weight loss
- Feeling tired and weak
- Mood changes or irritability
- Blurry vision
- Slow-healing sores
- Frequent infections, such as gum, skin and vaginal infections

If you or someone you love is experiencing any of these symptoms, talk to your healthcare provider. Early detection and management are key to living well with diabetes.

11/14/2025

Help us raise awareness as part of World Diabetes Day, today, Nov. 14, by sharing the impact of diabetes with your friends and family.

➡️ Over 500 million people live with diabetes worldwide
➡️ Every 30 seconds, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with diabetes (typically Type 2)
➡️ Close to 50% of diabetes is undiagnosed

No matter your situation, hope is possible. Call (405) 271-7000 to learn how to manage diabetes and live a long, healthy life!

11/10/2025

Are you up to date on the latest in diabetes news and research? Our Fall 2025 newsletter is a great place to start learning more.

From the Hamm International Prize to fatty liver disease research to upcoming events, you can stay up to date on the latest news and show your support to those in your life with diabetes.

Read now: https://brnw.ch/21wXmvV

11/05/2025

Don't forget to sign up for our 22nd annual Diabetes Research Symposium on Saturday, Nov. 14, in Oklahoma City.

This free event will feature keynote Gregory Steinberg, Ph.D, from McMaster University in Ontario, Canada, who will speak about cellular energy and its implications for diabetes.

Register here: https://brnw.ch/21wXedW

11/03/2025

Diabetes impacts over 500 million people worldwide, yet many remain undiagnosed.

Diabetes Awareness Month is a powerful reminder to:
💙 Learn the signs and symptoms
💙 Support research and education
💙 Empower healthy lifestyle choices

Learn more at HammDiabetesCenter.org

10/27/2025

More than 800 people attended the 2025 Connect+Cure Gala on Wednesday night, raising $4.7 million to support research and programs at the University of Oklahoma Health Harold Hamm Diabetes Center.

10/24/2025

Last night, we honored a visionary whose generosity is changing lives across Oklahoma and beyond.

Harold Hamm is the inaugural recipient of the University of Oklahoma’s Crystal Seed Sower Award, a distinction for donors whose generosity of $25 million or more has profoundly shaped the university and the people it serves.

Through the remarkable work he's supported through the OU Health Harold Hamm Diabetes Center and the establishment of the Harold Hamm International Prize for Biomedical Research in Diabetes — the largest diabetes research award in the world — Mr. Hamm has empowered scientists, inspired global breakthroughs, and brought new hope to millions living with diabetes.

His commitment to improving health outcomes and advancing research reflects the very spirit of the Seed Sower — planting the ideas that grow into a better, brighter future for all.

Thank you and lead on, Mr. Hamm!

10/23/2025

10/23/2025

Did you know the world’s largest prize in diabetes research is awarded right here in Oklahoma?

The Harold Hamm International Prize for Biomedical Research in Diabetes honors bold breakthroughs that move us closer to a cure. Awarded biennially by the OU Health Harold Hamm Diabetes Center, the prize celebrates a researcher, team, or institution selected by a global jury of scientific leaders.

This year’s recipient, Dr. Anette-Gabriele Ziegler, director of the Institute of Diabetes Research at Helmholtz Munich, is being recognized for her pioneering work in Type 1 diabetes prediction, prevention, and early diagnosis. From launching the first birth cohort study of diabetes to helping secure FDA approval for a therapy that delays its onset, her impact is global — and her recognition is well deserved.

We are proud to join The University of Oklahoma community in celebrating lasting achievements in diabetes research — and in supporting the science that brings us closer to a cure.

10/08/2025

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2025 Diabetes Care Summit, co-sponsored by the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists. Healthcare professionals from across the state recently came together for a full day of cutting-edge diabetes education and collaboration.

Featuring nine distinguished speakers from across the country, attendees learned about the evolving landscape of diabetes care while also gaining 7.75 CMEs.

As Oklahoma’s premier diabetes-focused continuing education conference, we look forward to reconvening next year!

09/15/2025

OU Health is Never Done. Never Outdone.

OU Health is Oklahoma’s healthcare powerhouse — the flagship academic health system of The University of Oklahoma, where teaching, research, and patient care come together to transform lives. Thousands of care givers, researchers, and students work as one to fight disease, search for cures, and change outcomes for all Oklahomans. This is a promise to all 77 counties.

OU Health is changing lives through discovery and healing because no one should have to leave the state to receive exceptional care. This is where breakthroughs are born, where tomorrow is possible, and where cures are for everyone. OU Health is here for every Oklahoman who asks, “What do I do now?” Because when others say, “Too late,” we say, “Let’s go.”

Learn more about our mission at OUHealth.com/NeverDone

09/11/2025

Swimming, hiking and dancing are just a few of the activities that Camp Blue Hawk attendees enjoy each year. However, what makes this camp truly special? It's the opportunity to join a community of other children with type 1 diabetes!

If you missed out this year, visit our website to find out details for 2026 as soon as they become available or consider donating and help make camp a reality for kids who otherwise would not be able to attend. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wVFSg