Dear <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">First name , I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your recent donation. Your generosity is truly remarkable and it means the world to us. Your contribution will directly impact Joslin Diabetes Center Inc and our mission. Please know that your donation is not just a monetary gift, but a symbol of hope, support, and community. It inspires us to work harder and do more to fulfill our mission. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness and generosity. We are incredibly grateful for your support. Sincerely, Joslin Diabetes Center Inc

Joslin’s Asian American Diabetes Initiative (AADI) is excited to host the <a href="https://aadi.joslin.org/en/Education%20Materials/Ginger%20Forum%202024%20Agenda%20and%20AADI%20team.pdf" target="_blank">2nd interactive Ginger Forum</a>, inviting patients, their families and caregivers, health professionals in clinical practice, research, and health advocacy to learn, network, and collaborate. <a href="https://aadi.joslin.org/en/Education%20Materials/Ginger%20Forum%202024%20Agenda%20and%20AADI%20team.pdf" target="_blank">Four sessions</a> will cover topics from nutrition to wellness for the whole family. <div><p style="-webkit-user-drag:none;margin:0px 0px 10.666667px;padding:0px;-webkit-user-select:text;overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;vertical-align:baseline;text-align:center;text-indent:0px;-webkit-nbsp-mode:normal !important"><a href="https://aadi.joslin.org/en/Education%20Materials/Ginger%20Forum%202024%20Agenda%20and%20AADI%20team.pdf" target="_blank">Joslin’s Ginger Forum 2024</a></div><div><p style="-webkit-user-drag:none;margin:0px 0px 10.666667px;padding:0px;-webkit-user-select:text;overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;vertical-align:baseline;text-align:center;text-indent:0px;-webkit-nbsp-mode:normal !important">The Future of Health Resilience: Empowering Asian Americans in Diabetes Care</div> Welcome Messages<a href="https://www.commonwealthseminar.org/vi/leverettwing" target="_blank">Mr. Leverett Wing</a>, Board Member, Joslin Diabetes Center &amp; Executive Director, The Commonwealth SeminarMs. Adelline Ntatin, MPH, MBIM, MA, RN-BSN, Vice President, BILH Health Equity Keynote<a href="https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/profile/frank-b-hu/" target="_blank">Dr. Frank Hu</a>, MD MPH PhD, Professor and the Chair, Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Forum Goals<a href="https://aadi.joslin.org/en/about-aadi/aadi-team" target="_blank">Dr. George King</a>, MD, Chief Scientific Officer, Founder of the AADI at Joslin Diabetes Center Session 1: Goals and progress made through Massachusetts Asian American Diabetes SummitSince February, the AADI has been working with leaders in the AA communities in Greater Boston Area through the “Massachusetts Asian American Diabetes Summit” to promote diabetes risk awareness and ensuring access to education &amp; resources for our communities. Session 1 serves as the 3rd summit where we share updates on our efforts through the summit.*Facilitated by Dr. Tam Nguyen, PhD MSN/MPH RN (Boston College School of Nursing) Speakers    Dr. Tu-Mai Tran, MD, MSc, Chief of IM/FM, Atrius Health, Quincy    Dr. Atif Adam, MB BS PhD, Joslin Diabetes Center    Ms. Emily Canner, COO, Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. Session 2: Patients &amp; Community Voices – Helpful resources for prevention and better management of our diabetesFor anyone who is diagnosed with diabetes, it is critical to have access to education and information which can help learn self-care and prevent future complications. Understanding what is needed and connecting both providers and patients with appropriate resources requires systematic changes. Let’s discuss what can be done.*Facilitated by Ms. Quynh Tu, RDN LDN CDCES (Enhance Asian Community on Health / Boston College)    Speakers    A patient    Ms. Rachel Lee, MPH RD LDN IBCLC, Quincy Asian Resources, Inc.    Dr. Herman Harry Lee, Board Member, South Cove Community Health Center    Ms. Tuyet Tran, MSW, LICSW, Executive Director, Southeast Asian Coalition of Central MALuncheon &amp; Networking at Joslin atriumTribute to Chef Jasper WhiteSession 3: Prevention &amp; Nutrition – Prevention and better management of diabetes through lifestyle, food, and medicationIt’s a common myth among AA patients newly diagnosed with diabetes to think that they will not be able to eat rice or noodles. Having diabetes does not mean you are restricted from certain foods. Knowing what you can do, or what to avoid allows us to make better choices in our lifestyle. Let’s learn some of our options and who can help you navigate the process.*Facilitated by Dr. Frank Hu, MD MPH PhD, Professor and the Chair, Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health     Speakers     Dr. William Hsu, MD, Chief Medical Officer, L-Nutra     Dr. Persis Commissariat, PhD CDCES, Joslin Diabetes Center     Dr. Henry He, MD PhD, Chief of Endocrinology and Diabetes, St. Elizabeth Medical CenterSession 4: Gestational Diabetes (GDM), Family Health, and ChildrenIf you have diabetes and plan to be pregnant, or if you develop gestational diabetes during your pregnancy, it’s important to work with your diabetes specialists to ensure the health of you and your family. AA may have higher prevalence of gestational diabetes, knowing what’s good for mothers and babies can benefit the entire family and there are many steps everyone can incorporate in their routines. Let’s find out how you can support babies and children get a head start in leading a healthy life!*Facilitated by Mr. Philip Chong (President &amp; CEO, Quincy Asian Resources, Inc.) and Ms. Shunee Yee (the President and CEO of CSOFT International and CSOFT Health Sciences)     Speakers     Dr. Lucy Chie, MD, OBGYN, BIDMC, South Cove Community Health Center     A patient     Ms. Karen Lau, RD, CDCES, Joslin Diabetes CenterClosing Remarks Ms. Shunee Yee, Board Member, Joslin Diabetes Center &amp; President and CEO of CSOFT International and CSOFT Health Sciences

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