A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, PROCLAIMING NOVEMBER 2024 AS “DIABETES AWARENESS MONTH” IN THE CITY OF POMONA WHEREAS, diabetes is a chronic disease that affects millions of people in the United States, including many residents of Pomona, causing significant health issues when not managed properly, such as heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, blindness, and lower-limb amputations; and WHEREAS, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 38 million Americans have diabetes, and approximately 98 million American adults have prediabetes, with many unaware of their condition, highlighting the critical need for increased awareness and education; and WHEREAS, a greater percentage of adults in Pomona are diagnosed with diabetes (13%) than in Los Angeles County (11%), according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health; and WHEREAS, Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center recognizes the prevalence of diabetes affecting the residents of our community and is committed to providing equitable access to comprehensive diabetes care, education and resources to empower individuals in managing their health.
WHEREAS, Diabetes Awareness Month in November provides a valuable opportunity to increase public knowledge about the prevention and management of diabetes, to recognize the impact of this disease on our community, and to support those affected; and WHEREAS, the City of Pomona is committed to improving the health and well-being of its residents by supporting initiatives and programs that educate, prevent, and manage diabetes effectively.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA does hereby proclaim November 2024 as:
“DIABETES AWARENESS MONTH”
Dated this 21st Day of October, 2024