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This joint resolution declares November 2026 as Diabetes Month in the State of Alabama, urging all residents to observe it. The resolution highlights the significant impact of diabetes in Alabama, noting that over 553,000 individuals live with diabetes and a substantial portion of the adult population has prediabetes, a condition that greatly increases the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. It also points out that diabetes is a serious chronic condition affecting people of all backgrounds, with no known cure, and that certain racial and ethnic groups are disproportionately affected. The resolution acknowledges the financial burden of diabetes, with medical expenses for those with the condition being significantly higher, and recognizes the existence of strategies to prevent and manage diabetes, emphasizing that with proper education and care, individuals can live healthy lives. Finally, it expresses gratitude to those who support the diabetes community and encourages widespread participation in activities promoting diabetes awareness, prevention, treatment, and management during November.

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