Canadian Diabetes Association Drop Off - Red Deer, Alberta - Permanent Charity Donation Locations on Waymarking.com

More than 2 million Canadians have diabetes.

From the Canadian Diabetes Website:
"There are three main types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes, usually diagnosed in children and adolescents, occurs when the pancreas is unable to produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone that ensures body energy needs are met. Approximately 10 per cent of people with diabetes have type 1 diabetes.

The remaining 90 per cent have type 2 diabetes, which occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body does not effectively use the insulin that is produced. Type 2 diabetes usually develops in adulthood, although increasing numbers of children in high-risk populations are being diagnosed.

A third type of diabetes, gestational diabetes, is a temporary condition that occurs during pregnancy. It affects approximately 3.7 per cent of all pregnancies (in the non-Aboriginal population) and 8 - 18 per cent of all pregnancies (in the Aboriginal population), and involves an increased risk of developing diabetes for both mother and child. "

Continuously at this location for six months or more.: yes Structure does NOT have wheels.: yes Charity name: Canadian Diabetes Association How does this organization help others?: Supports Canadians with Diabetes support and educational programs Items accepted: Clothing Address or location description: Located at the Save On Foods on 52nd Avenue and Highway 11. Website of charity: [Web Link]

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