What does the ADA do?

For 82 years, the ADA has driven discovery and research to treat, manage, and prevent diabetes while working relentlessly for a cure. Through advocacy, program development, and education we aim to improve the quality of life for the over 133 million Americans living with diabetes or prediabetes.

Why is ADA Releasing Standards of care?

“ADA’s mission is to prevent and cure diabetes, a chronic illness that requires continuous medical care, and the release of ADA’s Standards of Care is a critical part of that mission,” said Chuck Henderson, chief executive officer for the ADA.

What are ADA standards for Accessible Design?

The ADA Standards for Accessible Design (“ADA Standards”) cover: Alterations—such as, renovations and other changes that affect usability—made to buildings and facilities; Making architectural changes in existing state and local government buildings to provide “program access”; and

Who are ADA specialized subject matter experts?

New this year, the ADA garnered the expertise of specialized subject matter experts by adding them as committee members to the subsections on neuropathy, retinopathy, foot care, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.