Comments on: Why the Blue Circle?

By: Lew Varady

Lew Varady — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:25:28 +0000

I originally supported a blue ribbon for Diabetes Awareness but have since discovered that a blue ribbon is used for Child Abuse Awareness. Maybe a combination of a blue ribbon and the blue circle would serve our purposee best. In fact it would be more outstanding than just a ribbon or a circle.

By: Angela McFarland

Angela McFarland — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 13:45:51 +0000

I definately believe we need a world wide symbol. However, I tend to agree that the blue circle may be dated. The ribbon brings immediate attention that you support a cause, an awareness. Also, I think the ribbon or circle should be readily available in the US at a reasonable price. I would love to see a lot of people wearing them everyday.

By: Alan Sherman

Alan Sherman — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:55:11 +0000

I’m all for the bue band. It’s time people with our condition be heard an spoken about. Our ADA out here does nothing in any kind of promotion, and it’s time someone speaks u!

By: Lew Varady

Lew Varady — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 04:00:47 +0000

Here in 21st century USA the ribbon has become the symbol of support. The blue circle has a rich history but it is dated. A blue ribbon would put diabetes in the mainstream. In today’s society every message needs to be short and sweet. When a person sees a ribbon they will immediately know you are supporting a cause. And then, rather than having to spend time explaining the significance of the circle, we can better use the time to explain diabetes.

By: james

james — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:59:25 +0000

Howdy Amy. Followed your link over from DiabeticConnect. [jayabee52] Great article BTW! In some of the discussion responses {I don’t remember which} people were asking about the blue silicone bracelet for diabetes. Is that a mistake, or a misunderstanding of some kind?

By: AmyT

AmyT — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:12:54 +0000

Case in point, Elijah! Why can’t we get them for 3 bucks or so from the ADA? They’d still be making a huge profit for their fund-raising efforts and all.

By: Elijah M

Elijah M — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 03:55:22 +0000

tmana: Thanks for the link, although I find it odd that they’re only available from Europe, and in packs of ten. When all is said and done, I’d be spending $43 for a pin (because as nice as it would be to hand these out to my family and friends, I really just want one). I think we’d see a lot more visibility if they were readily available here.

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By: Lauren

Lauren — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 21:55:28 +0000

On my gmail screen last Friday, there was a little headline in the corner pertaining to WDD: “how inactivity can lead to diabetes.” Just what I love to see, as a type 1.

By: Kari Rosenfeld

Kari Rosenfeld — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:37:59 +0000

Dear Amy,

Please allow me to correct the history books once again. The blue circle was created by Alain Baute and Phil Riley of the International Diabetes Federation. Clare and I brought the concept of a UN Resolution to IDF in 2003. The UN Resolution was the springboard for the ‘Unite for Diabetes’ campaign which launched the blue circle as a global emblem for diabetes.

I am tremendously proud to have played a part in the ‘Unite for Diabetes’ campaign which led to the successful passage of the UN Resolution but please, let’s give credit where credit is due. Our hats are off to Alain and Phil for their fantastic creativity in bringing the blue circle to the world and to the entire World Diabetes Day team who continue to create and stage this amazing global campaign to raise awareness for diabetes.

Best,
Kari and Clare Rosenfeld