People don't realize how serious it can be, how it causes problems in the eyes, kidneys, may other areas of the body if it isn't carefully treated. If you've never been to his restaurant, just seeing it is a treat, because Carl's is a Christmas fantasyland year-round. The program, made possible by a partnership between the trust fund and pump manufacturer Animas Corp., is designed to help children nationwide who have insurance coverage but need assistance with co-payments and deductibles. An insulin pump is a device about the size of a pager that delivers a continuous flow of insulin under the skin to diabetics. Studies have shown that the pumps, which have improved greatly in recent years, decrease the likelihood of complications for diabetes.
Insurance usually covers the pumps, but there are costs for patients and their families.
The Diabetes Trust Fund is seeking other pump manufacturers to participate in the program, said Ron Creel, president of the nonprofit organization founded in 1964. Montgomery businessman and philanthropist Ron Creel has been elected President of the Diabetes Trust Fund, Inc., an international, non-profit health organization whose mission is to provide financial support for diabetes research, education and treatment programs. The election was held during the organization s annual meeting in Birmingham May 22. Another Montgomery businessman, John D. Smith, was elected Vice President of the organization. The Diabetes Trust Fund s Executive Committee was also elected at the annual meeting.