EPCD Donations
The El Paso Center for Diabetes first opened its doors in Mrs. Estelle Goodman’s garage in November of 1968, as a means to provide support for families with children with type 1 diabetes. Today, the Center remains one of a handful of local, independent, nonprofit organizations in the nation that offers comprehensive diabetes management, prevention, and support programs. El Paso Center for Diabetes has taken a leadership position in diabetes management in El Paso, Texas, as one of a handful of nationally accredited diabetes programs within the region.
Did you know?
- More than 34 million people in the US have diabetes, and 1 in 4 of them don’t know they have it.
- More than 88 million US adults (1 in 3) have prediabetes, and 90% of them don’t know they have it.
- Every 21 seconds, 1 person is diagnosed with diabetes.
- Every 5 minutes, 2 people die from diabetes.
If you, a family member, friend, or coworker has pre-diabetes or diabetes, or is at risk for the development of diabetes – We are here to help!
Thank you for supporting our efforts with your donation!