Dr. Ben Carson & Herman Cain Are On Board To Help Our Nation Fight Diabetes
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) March 05, 2014 -- The Black Tie Ball will start with a full course dinner. Then Mr. Cain will take the stage to share his concerns about diabetes in the United States and introduce Dr. Carson for the keynote. There will also be entertainment, silent auction, and dance with a live band. It’s a cause to help millions affected by this disease bounce back.
Victory Over Diabetes is an Atlanta based not-for-profit organization. Melanie Cooper, MD is the CEO and Founder. Dr. Cooper is a mover and a shaker in the medical community in metro Atlanta, GA who is always willing to take risks and tackle tough problems. “This is not a political movement. We call on all Americans to join forces with us to help us fight diabetes. We are thankful for those who answered the call.”
According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly 26 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes. 79 millions Americans have prediabetes. By 2050, as many as 1 in 3 American adults will have diabetes. 1 in 10 health care dollars is spent treating diabetes and its complications. The cost of diagnosed diabetes in the U.S. is $245 billion per year. “We cannot sit idle and watch this disease plague our nation.” Said Dr. Cooper.
Dr. Ben Carson is a world-renowned pediatric neurosurgeon who understands firsthand the healthcare industry. A New York Times bestselling author and author of over 100 neurosurgical publications, he has been awarded with 60 honorary doctorate degrees.
Mr. Herman Cain is a former presidential front-runner. He is also an author, business executive, radio host, and syndicated columnist. He will speak at the program and introduce Dr. Ben Carson. “My father died of diabetes. I have a personal motive to be a part of this movement,” said Mr. Cain.
All proceeds will go toward diabetes research and education. For ticket information, donation, and sponsorship opportunity, please visit our website at http://www.victoryoverdiabetes.com or call us at 404-334-5557 Email us media[at]victoryoverdiabetes.com
Dr. Melanie Cooper, Victory Over Diabetes, http://www.victoryoverdiabetes.com, +1 404-334-5557, [email protected]
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