Media Advisory - DIABETES AND ENDOCRINOLOGY CONFERENCE DRAWS INTERNATIONAL
EXPERTS TO EDMONTON OCTOBER 20 to 23, 2010

Highlights of conference include presentations on the latest in research, clinical practice, healthcare delivery, diabetes and other endocrine disorders

TORONTO, Oct. 13 /CNW/ -

What:	More than 100 Canadian and international experts will present the latest advances in diabetes research, prevention and management at the 13^th Annual Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA)/ Canadian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism (CSEM) Professional Conference and Annual Meetings
	Media are invited to attend select sessions for interview opportunities with the experts presenting at this year's conference. Advance interviews with presenters may also be available for interested media.
Where:	Shaw Conference Centre, 9797 Jasper Avenue Northwest in Edmonton, Alberta
When:	Wednesday, October 20 to Saturday, October 23, 2010
Why:	The CDA/CSEM Professional Conference and Annual Meetings brings together more than 2,500 diabetes clinicians, researchers and educators from across Canada and around the world to share their knowledge, ideas and experiences in diabetes.

View the full conference agenda at:
http://www.diabetes.ca/for-professionals/conference/program-updates/program/

About the Canadian Diabetes Association 
Across the country, the Canadian Diabetes Association is leading the fight against diabetes by helping people with diabetes live healthy lives while we work to find a cure. We are supported in our efforts by a community-based network of volunteers, employees, healthcare professionals, researchers and partners. By providing education and services, advocating on behalf of people with diabetes, supporting research and translating research into practical applications - we are delivering on our mission.  Visit diabetes.ca for more information.

For further information:

For interviews with any of the featured speakers, or for more information, please contact:

Randi Garcha
Manager, National Media Relations & External Communications
Canadian Diabetes Association
Tel: [phone] 
Cell/On-site: [phone]
[e-mail]

Katie McLaughlin Associate, Marketing & Communications, Alberta & NWT
Canadian Diabetes Association
Tel: [phone], ext. 240
Cell/On-site: [phone]
katie[email protected]