Lions support diabetes education, prevention, control and research. A primary objective of the Diabetes Awareness and Action Program is to reduce the number of new cases of blindness caused by Diabetic Retinopathy. Lions clubs arrange a diabetes project such as a free diabetes screenings in their communities, in collaboration with local health care professionals.
Annual eye examinations are especially important for people who have diabetes. Early detection and treatment can limit the potential for significant vision loss from Diabetic Retinopathy. An outstanding film, "Protect Your Vision: The Dilated Eye Exam," is available for Lions to show at club meetings and community events. It contains English and Spanish versions on one DVD. To order your copy, complete the order form.
Your club or district can organize a diabetes project or activity to promote diabetes awareness in November – or to celebrate World Diabetes Day on November 14:
If you perform a diabetes activity during November, please send a brief description of your project to Health & Children's Services Department.
Visit the National Diabetes Education Program and the International Diabetes Federation.
