[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 122, 110th Congress, 2nd Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

122 STAT. 5381

 
PROCLAMATION 8314--OCT. 30, 2008



Proclamation 8314 of October 30, 2008
National Diabetes Month, 2008
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Many Americans, of all ages and backgrounds, are affected by diabetes.
National Diabetes Month is an opportunity to inform individuals about
the risk factors, prevention, and treatment of this serious disease.
Diabetes is a debilitating disease that results from the body's
inability to produce or use insulin effectively. Type 1 diabetes, once
known as juvenile diabetes, usually affects children and young adults
who are dependant on medication for their lack of insulin. The most
common form of diabetes is Type 2 diabetes. Family history and lifestyle
risk factors contribute to the possibility of developing Type 2
diabetes. Regular physical activity, healthy eating habits, and
consultation with a doctor can help prevent and reduce the effects of
this disease.
My Administration is committed to preventing diabetes and finding a cure
for this disease. We have provided substantial funding for diabetes
education programs and research initiatives. Through the Department of
Health and Human Services and other organizations, the National Diabetes
Education Program is helping increase awareness among Americans about
the risk factors of diabetes and the benefits of making healthy choices.
Our Nation must continue to support initiatives that will help turn
today's research opportunities into tomorrow's medical success stories.
During National Diabetes Month, we celebrate the medical professionals,
researchers, and all those whose time, talents, and energy support the
fight against diabetes. Through these efforts and enhanced public
awareness of this serious disease, we will work to continue to bring the
hope of a healthier future to more Americans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2008 as National
Diabetes Month. I call upon all Americans to learn more about the risk
factors and symptoms associated with diabetes and to observe this month
with appropriate programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
third.
GEORGE W. BUSH