Ben Vereen
Ben Vereen

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Take the Stage for Diabetes Awareness is a national awareness campaign designed to educate people living with diabetes and their families about their condition and the importance of diabetes awareness. Tony Award-winning actor and Broadway star Ben Vereen is partnering with sanofi-aventis U.S., a world leader in diabetes care, to urge others living with diabetes to commit to managing their blood sugar levels properly. Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2007, Mr. Vereen knows an essential first step for diabetes management and blood sugar control is finding a doctor that will work with you to find the best diabetes treatment plan for you.

Mr. Vereen shares his personal story along with expert advice from Dr. Steven Edelman. Together they offer tips designed to aid conversations with doctors. The Take the Stage for Diabetes Awareness campaign encourages people living with diabetes to take an active role in their health, make it a top priority and overcome fears they may have about available treatment options.

Don't let diabetes stop you from doing the things that you love. Take the Stage and act on your diabetes today!

Important Safety Information for Insulin

Possible side effects may include blood sugar levels that are too low, injection site reactions, and allergic reactions, including itching and rash. Tell your doctor about all other medicines and supplements you are taking because they could change the way insulin works. Glucose monitoring is recommended for all patients with diabetes.

The health information contained herein is provided for general education purposes only. Your healthcare professional is the single best source of information regarding your health. Please consult your healthcare professional if you have any questions about your health or treatment.

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