The
American Diabetes Association (
ADA) is a United States-based association working to fight the consequences of
diabetes and to help those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to manage, cure and prevent diabetes (including
type 1 diabetes,
type 2 diabetes,
gestational diabetes, and
pre-diabetes); delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides information for both patients and health care professionals; and advocates on behalf of people denied their rights because of diabetes.