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Super Bowl Diabetes Sighting

Yes sports fans -- diabetes did make a cameo at the Super Bowl. Did you see her?

The notorious commercials-- costing several million a pop- livened up the intensity of the game. The K-fed commercial had a reputation a long time ago – and passed it, with flying colors! The commercial of diabetic interest was paid for by King Pharmaceuticals. It featured a man dressed as a heart, being chased by different factors that can wear and tear on your little pumper. Of course, the role of "diabetes" was portrayed wonderfully by a woman. Hell hath no fury, people. And the message?

The ad is promoting an educational site that King Pharmaceuticals has partnered with the American Heart Association to launch. The site is named beatyourrisk.com. The chief commercial officer for King Pharmaceuticals said, "The purpose of the ad is to raise awareness for the Web site to any extent possible and educate people that they are at serious risk. This is not toenail fungus. People can die." So true! And after you finish cleaning up the remains of the potato chips, wings, and beer - check out the site and rejoice in preventative education!

New England Patriots star Wilfork helps raise money for diabetes research, again

For the third year in a row, New England Patriots star Vince Wilfork will be hosting a draft party, April 29, in Boston. The goal of the event, the 3rd Annual Draft Day Fundraiser, is to have some fun counting down the Patriots' draft choices and also do some good by raising money for diabetes research. The location will be Boston's famous Fenway Park. Wilfork, from Franklin, Mass, lost his father to diabetes-related complications back in 2002 and, as a result, is commited to doing his part to help fund diabetes research. Money raised at the event will go to the American Diabetes Association. You can read more by visiting Wilfork's website.

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