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Lions, with the support of Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF), are working to reduce the prevalence of diabetes and improve the lives of those living with diabetes.
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Get your club involved in a handful of ongoing diabetes service programs and see how your service will help achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
STRIDES FOR DIABETES
Strides events involve fun physical activity to help promote diabetes awareness and management.
TYPE 2 DIABETES SCREENING
Type 2 diabetes screening events are an important way to help your community understand their diabetes risk and take steps toward prevention.
DIABETES PEER SUPPORT GROUPS
Diabetes peer support groups encourage the exchange of support of all types among community members living with diabetes.
DIABETES CAMPS
Diabetes camps are designed to help enhance the quality of life for young people living with diabetes by providing diabetes management skills.

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About Diabetes

Diabetes is a global epidemic

An estimated 537 million adults across the world are living with diabetes, and its prevalence is increasing rapidly. By 2045, the number is expected to reach 783 million. Diabetes is a global epidemic that touches every corner of the globe.

 

Lions Clubs International and LCIF are dedicated to empowering Lions and Leos around the world to fight diabetes by serving their communities one by one.

Source: International Diabetes Federation (updated annually)

537M

Adults (20-79 years) living with
diabetes

1 in 2

Cases
undiagnosed
(240 million)

1.2M

Youth with
type 1 diabetes,
half under age 15

6.7M

Deaths from
diabetes

With LCIF support
Lions always answer

Lions and Leos make a difference every day, everywhere we serve. And with the support of our international association and our global foundation, we are changing lives, communities and the world we share.
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Mauh-Nah-Tee-See Country Club

5151 Guilford Road

Rockford, IL 61107

Phone: 815-420-3190