Bankers Healthcare Group Launches A Diabetes Awareness Campaign To Support Advocacy In The U.S. And Around The World

DAVIE, Fla., Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Bankers Healthcare Group, the leading provider of financial solutions for healthcare professionals, recently launched a company-wide diabetes awareness campaign that will run through November.

Anticipating American Diabetes Month® in November, each of BHG's three corporate locations in Davie, Fla., Syracuse, N.Y. and New York City will participate in a local Step Out: Walk To Stop Diabetes® benefitting the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and its mission to prevent diabetes, find a cure and improve the lives of those affected by the disease.

According to the ADA, nearly 30 million Americans (10 percent of the population) have diabetes, a group of chronic illnesses that cause too much sugar in the blood. Diabetes increases risk for heart disease, kidney failure, blindness and nerve damage. ADA estimates indicate that as many as 1 in 3 American adults will have diabetes by 2050 unless we take action.

The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) reports 387 million people living with diabetes worldwide (8.3 percent prevalence). The disease caused 4.9 million deaths in 2014, and every 7 seconds it claims another life.

The IDF represents over 230 national diabetes associations, including the ADA, in 170 countries and territories. In 1991, IDF and the World Health Organization created World Diabetes Day (WDD), a year-round campaign observed November 14, to unite the global diabetes community, increase awareness and support advocacy on a global scale.

A healthy diet and regular exercise are essential to preventing and managing diabetes. Therefore, BHG plans to observe WDD by encouraging its employees to take advantage of their workout break, one of BHG's employee benefits. For each individual that uses the onsite gym or participates in a group fitness class on Friday, November 13, the company will donate $5 to the IDF.

Throughout the month, BHG will publish sharable content on its blog, BHG360, and promote awareness on social media using #bhgtakesactiOn. BHG will also adopt the WDD blue circle logo, which signifies the unity of the global diabetes community. The symbol was adopted in 2007 after the U.N. Resolution on diabetes was passed.

For more information about diabetes in the U.S. and around the world, visit other ADA resources or explore the IDF Diabetes Atlas.

About the American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight to Stop Diabetes and its deadly consequences and fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes. For the past 75 years, our mission has been to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. For more information please call the American Diabetes Association at 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383) or visit www.diabetes.org.

About the International Diabetes Federation
The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) is an umbrella organization of over 230 national diabetes associations in 170 countries and territories. It represents the interests of the growing number of people with diabetes and those at risk. The Federation has been leading the global diabetes community since 1950. IDF's mission is to promote diabetes care, prevention and a cure worldwide. For more information, visit www.idf.org.

About World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day (WDD) is celebrated every year on November 14. The World Diabetes Day campaign is led by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and its member associations. It engages millions of people worldwide in diabetes advocacy and awareness. World Diabetes Day was created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization in response to growing concerns about the escalating health threat that diabetes now poses. World Diabetes Day became an official United Nations Day in 2007 with the passage of United Nation Resolution 61/225. The campaign draws attention to issues of paramount importance to the diabetes world and keeps diabetes firmly in the public spotlight. For more information, visit www.worlddiabetesday.org.

About Bankers Healthcare Group
Since 2001, Bankers Healthcare Group has been committed to providing hassle-free financial solutions to healthcare professionals, including personal and commercial loans, credits cards and insurance services. BHG has provided more than $2 billion in funding to thousands of satisfied customers nationwide. Inc. has recognized the company ten times for growth and job creation. For additional information, please visit www.bhg-inc.com.

Contact: Pat Harrigan (315) 671-4129

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