The second round of requests for proposals for BRIDGES, the International Diabetes Federation programme dedicated to funding translational research in diabetes, is now open. More information, including the template letter of intent, can be found at www.idfbridges.org.

The International Diabetes Federation is seeking the nomination of officers for the elections to be held at the General Council in Montreal, Canada, on 18 October 2009. Nominations can be submitted online between 19 January and 1 March 2009. More information.

The revised edition of the International Diabetes Federation's International Curriculum for Diabetes Health Professional Education is now available. The new edition includes the latest evidence-based references, several new modules, and information reflecting new and innovative approaches to diabetes management and education. View and download.

PRESS RELEASE: Diabetes activists worldwide organize events to draw attention to growing pandemic with the focus on diabetes in children and adolescents.

The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) announced that Ms Ann Keeling has joined the organization as Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director.

The 20th World Diabetes Congress will take place on 18-22 October 2009 in Montreal, Canada. Registration is now open. Find out more at www.worlddiabetescongress.org.

The International Diabetes Federation is calling for applications from institutions and member organizations that have a recognized reputation in health professional education to form part of an international collaborative voluntary network to initiate, facilitate, conduct and coordinate high-quality education for healthcare professionals in diabetes and other related chronic diseases. The application submission process for the first round will remain open until Thursday, January 15 2009. It will open again on July 1 2009. More information.

The International Diabetes Federation has announced the recipients of the first round of grants from its BRIDGES programme, aimed at funding translational research projects in diabetes prevention and treatment. Visit www.idfbridges.org.

Press release: IDF grant supports lifestyle intervention study to prevent type 2 diabetes in India

Press release: IDF grant supports Jordanian diabetes micro-clinic program

IDF has produced an evidence-based global guideline for diabetes care which includes the management of postmeal glucose. Available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, and Portuguese. More information.

The IDF Consultative Section on Diabetes Education (DECS) developed a modular CD-ROM and paper-based resource containing more than 800 slides with detailed speaker notes. The modules include sections on the pathophysiology and classification of diabetes, psychological issues and behavioural change; nutritional issues, physical activity and self-management. The activity slides facilitate group work on a variety of diabetes therapies, and short- and long-term complications. The modules also contain questions and answers that can be used to gauge participant’s knowledge during presentations.

A unique resource on diabetes for a wide range of audiences including decision-makers, public health authorities, health organizations, healthcare professionals, the pharmaceutical industry, and media. Now in its second print run. Order now!