International Diabetes Federation

1 in 10 people are living with diabetes

Learn more about diabetes to help manage and prevent the condition in the millions affected or at risk.
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Update your diabetes knowledge and skills

Stay ahead in your clinical practice with our IDF School of Diabetes certified online courses.
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Help shape the future of diabetes

Get the latest updates on diabetes management and treatment at the IDF Congress. Join us in Lisbon in December 2022.
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Understanding diabetes

Understanding diabetes is the first step towards managing and preventing the condition. A new online education platform is available in the IDF School of Diabetes to help people with diabetes and those who care for them to make informed decisions about their condition.
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Type 1 Diabetes Index

Type 1 diabetes is one of the fastest-growing chronic health conditions, impacting nearly nine million people across the globe. The new T1D Index measures the human and public health impact of type 1 diabetes in every country. We are delighted to have contributed to its development and will support its promotion and further development to make the case for uninterrupted access to affordable insulin, technologies and education for all people living with type 1 diabetes.
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Mobilising emergency aid for Ukraine

IDF is deeply concerned by the crisis in Ukraine and is closely monitoring the situation to ensure that emergency relief is provided to people living with diabetes in the country and refugees in neighbouring countries. IDF Member Direct Relief has mobilised its resources to support medical needs as they become known.
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