Our Goal
The goal of Decade of Discovery is to prevent, optimally treat and ultimaltely cure Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
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Are you a fan of Decade of Discovery on Facebook?
We are excited to announce several new additions to the Decade of Discovery Facebook page! Decade of Discovery has officially switched its Facebook page to the Timeline format. As part of the switch, we’ve added a new cover photo and… Read More
Decade of Discovery: An Ambitious Goal to Optimally Treat and Ultimately Cure Diabetes
Announced in October 2010, the Decade of Discovery is a major medical initiative with the goal to prevent, optimally treat and ultimately cure Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Building on the research strengths of the Minnesota Partnership for Biotechnology and… Read More
Spotlight on Research: Dr. Margaret Powers
Margaret (Maggie) Powers, Ph.D., RD, CDE, is a Research Scientist at the International Diabetes Center at Park Nicollet Health Services. Her Ph.D. focused on performance improvement and the integration of clinical guidelines into health systems. Dr. Powers is pioneering work… Read More
Paula's Story
About 7 million Americans are unaware that they have diabetes. Watch Paula’s video to hear how she found out her daughter had Type 1. After watching Paula’s video, visit our YouTube Channel to view videos from others as they comment on… Read More
Richard's Story
Richard has lived with Type 1 diabetes for 66 years! Check out his video to hear his story and advice for other people who are also living with diabetes. After watching Richard’s video, visit our YouTube Channel to view videos… Read More
Tammy’s Story
Watch Tammy’s video to hear her story and learn why a good diabetes support system is so important. After watching Tammy’s video, visit our YouTube Channel to view videos from others as they comment on what a diabetes cure would… Read More
Researchers test promising new diabetes drug: Clinical trial for newly diagnosed patients aims to save crucial beta cells
Eight-year-old Reid was diagnosed with diabetes last September. His parents had begun to notice his low energy on the soccer field, his uncharacteristic irritability, and his tendency to get up at night to use the bathroom. His mother, Shari, knew… Read More
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Did You Know?
Every 30 minutes in Minnesota, a doctor is telling someone for the first time that they have diabetes. Learn More
305,012 Minnesotans Diagnosed
