Ginger Forum 2024​

Events Calendar

31  May 12:00 AM

Recording of 6th Annual Lawrence Evelyn Wing Family Lectureship on Diabetes

The recording of Dr. Alka Kanaya's "Cardiometabolic Health of South Asian Americans" is now available

18  May 12:00 PM

2024 Massachusetts Asian American Diabetes Summit

AADI is hosting the MA Asian American Diabetes Summit, highlighting community health organizations, healthcare providers, educators, and researchers to find ways to bring culturally relevant care and resources to our diverse Asian American communities.

13  May 12:00 PM

6th Annual Lawrence and Evelyn Wing Family Lectureship on Diabetes

On May 13, 2024 we will be hosting the Annual Lawrence and Evelyn Wing Family Lectureship on Diabetes. This year we are honoured to have Dr. Alka Kanaya join us for the 6th annual lectureship titled “Cardiometabolic Health of South Asian Americans”.

3  May 12:00 AM

New report by AAPCHO, including resources from Joslin's AADI

AAPCHO released a report "Community Health Center Strategies for Diabetes Prevention for Asian Americans" from their learning collaborative series. AADI also took part in sharing how to care for Asian American patients with diabetes.

22  Mar 10:00 AM

AADI Invited to Quincy's Head Start Program: Parent Cafe

We are excited to be invited back for another Parent Cafe at the Quincy Head Start program! This talk will be led by Ka Hei Karen Lau and will focus on diabetes prevention and healthy eating for parents and their families.

16  Feb 12:00 PM

AADI Diabetes Listening Session

The AADI hosted a hybrid diabetes listening session at South Cove Community Health Center. Representatives and providers from various organizations were in attendance, we learned the needs and discussed possible solutions to better serve the Asian American communities and patients.

7  Nov 12:00 AM

Panel Recording - Joslin Ginger Forum 2023

This new, interactive educational Ginger event was held in person at the Joslin Diabetes Center on October 21, 2023. The panel recordings are now available to view, featuring Boston Mayor Wu's welcome message to forum attendees.

21  Oct 9:00 AM

Ginger Forum 2023

Join us at Joslin's Ginger Forum 2023! This new, interactive educational Ginger event will be held in person at the Joslin Diabetes Center.

8  Jul 9:00 AM

The 2nd Joslin Japanese Researchers Forum

We are excited to host the second online forum for Joslin's Japanese researchers! This forum is intended for former and current Joslin fellows from Japan, as well as those who are interested in fellowships.

8  Jun 11:00 AM

'Hidden fat' puts Asian Americans at risk of diabetes. How lifestyle changes can help" by NPR

Here's an article about what we've been working on - "Screen at 23" national campaign! So far, we have had Hawaii, California, Massachusetts, Illinois, Washington, and Virginia passed the resolution and the next is NY!

24  May 12:00 PM

A Joslin-BIDMC Virtual Panel "Diabetes, Obesity, and Nutrition"

Our panel of experts from Joslin Diabetes Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health will present on diabetes, obesity and nutrition. They will also offer guidance on how Asian Americans can prevent or better manage diabetes and what to be mindful of with foods we enjoy every day.

16  May 12:00 PM

Let's Talk About Episode #4 "Moving Forward: Improve your balance and mobility"

The 4th episode of AADI Let's Talk About video series, is now live! This episode welcomes Dr. Sally Ho, who has a private practice in Beverly Hills and has been a physical therapist for more than 40 years and Ms. Jacqueline Shahar, who is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist and Diabetes Care and Education Specialist at Joslin Diabetes Center.

10  May 7:00 PM

Diabetes and South Asian Americans: How Screen at 23 Helps Close the Disparity Gap in New York

Join us for Diabetes and South Asian Americans: How Screen at 23 Helps Close the Disparity Gap in New York on Wednesday, May 10th, 2023 from 7PM-8PM ET to discuss the Screen at 23 Initiative, which aims to address diabetes inequities among Asian Americans.

7  May 9:30 AM

AADI joins as community table for Belmont AAPI Run 2023

AADI is excited to join as a community table for Belmont's AAPI Run 2023. Their mission is to to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month every year in May through various events, highlighting the achievemnts and contributions of AAPI backgrounds, and to bring a sense of belonging for the AAPI community in Belmont.

2  May 1:00 PM

AADI to join AAPCHO's "Non-Clinical Approaches to Empower Asian American Patients with Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes" Learning Collaborative

AADI is excited to join AAPCHO's "Non-Clinical Approaches to Empower Asian American Patients with Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes" Learning Collaborative!

4  Mar 10:00 AM

Karen Lau to speak at ADCES "Cultural and Health Literacy Considerations with Diabetes"

Karen Lau will be speaking at the Association of Diabetes Care & Edcation Specialists (ADCES) "Cultural and Health Literacy Considerations with Diabetes"

25  Jan 12:00 PM

Karen Lau to present virtual seminar "Providing Inclusive Diabetes Care" at CIDE Forum

Karen will be presenting a vritual semianr on "Providing Inclusive Diabetes Care" at the Center for Innovative Diabetes Education (CIDE) Forum on January 25, 2023.

20  Jan 12:00 AM

Dr. George King chosen as Get Konnected! Boston's 50 Most Influential Asian-American Pacific Islanders

Dr. George King has been chosen for the historic first time list of Get Konnected! Boston's 50 Most Influential Asian-American Pacific Islanders! Congratulations to Dr. King!

16  Jan 12:00 AM

The AADI is starting a clinical research funded by the NIH (National Institutes of Health)

The AADI is starting a clinical research funded by the NIH (National Institutes of Health). We aim to evaluate the effectiveness of using CGM (continuous glucose monitors) in Asian Americans with type 2 diabetes, as well as the various factors that may promote or hinder its use.

14  Jan 10:00 AM

Dr. Sanjeev Mehta to speak at webinar on "Type 2 Diabetes in South Asians: Understanding Prevention, Treatment and Remission"

Dr. Sanjeev Mehta to speak at webinar on "Type 2 Diabetes in South Asians: Understanding Prevention, Treatment and Remission" hosted by the Indian Circle Caring USA, Inc.

30  Nov 6:00 PM

Webinar on Screen at 23 with CAMS in NY

AADI will be hosting a webinar on Screen at 23 with Chinese American Medical Society (CAMS). Join us on Zoom for this event!

29  Nov 4:00 PM

Dr. George L. King appointed as the inagural incumbent of the Thomas J. Beatson Jr. Foundation

On November 29, 2023 Dr. George L. King was appointed as the inagural incumbent of the Thomas J. Beatson Jr. Foundation

19  Nov 10:00 AM

Joslin Japanese Researchers' Forum

We are excited to host the first online forum for Joslin's Japanese researchers! This forum is intended for former and current Joslin fellows from Japan, as well as those who are interested in fellowships. There will be presentations about Joslin and AADI, experiences and research areas shared by fellows, followed by Q & A session.

18  Nov 11:00 AM

AADI Invited to Quincy's Head Start Program: Parent Cafe

We are excited to be invited back for another Parent Cafe at the Quincy Head Start program! This talk will be led by Ka Hei Karen Lau and will focus on healthy foods to keep in mind for you and your family.

16  Oct 2:30 PM

Karen Lau to present "Healthy Living - Managing a Healthy Diet" at the OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates of New England

Karen will be presenting "Healthy Living - Managing a Healthy Diet" at the OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates of New England.

19  Sep 7:00 PM

[Hybrid event] The 18th A Taste of Ginger

A Taste of Ginger 2022 will be back in person!! Come and enjoy a lovely evening full of delights, cooking demonstrations and competitions, musical entertainment, special guests and more. We are also sharing a virtual access to those who cannot join us in- person. Join us from any time zone you may be at.

6  Sep 12:00 AM

The 18th A Taste of Ginger - Chef Jimmy Liang & JP Fuji Group

For years, Chef Jimmy Liang and the JP Fuji Group have been supporting various Joslin's AADI programs through A Taste of Ginger and community events. But their dedication to support organizations like ours and give back to the community goes all the way back to when they launched their first restaurant in Quincy.

1  Sep 12:00 AM

Chihiro Sato to join CDC's Formative Evaluation Advisory Committee

Chihiro joined the CDC's Formative Evaluation Advisory Committee as one of the 8 advisors representing various disproportionately affected populations (DAPs) and Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) service providers.

31  Aug 1:00 PM

Asian Clinic Updates - August

Asian Clinic continues to hold hybrid appointments on Wednesday 1pm-4:30pm and Thursday 9am-11:30am. In the month of August, we had 47 in-person appointments and 28 telehealth appointments.

18  Aug 6:00 PM

AADI joins as community table for 2022 AAPI Boston Harbor Cruise

AADI is excited to join as a community table for the 2022 AAPI summer cruise around Boston Harbor! This is a wonderful event that allows the AAPI community to enjoy and learn more about the Boston Harbor.

 A Message from the AADI / Asian Clinic Regarding COVID-19 for Asian people with Diabetes

This message is available in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese.

Dear patients of the Joslin's Asian Clinic and friends of the AADI,

We hope that wherever you are, you and your loved ones are staying safe during this challenging time with the COVID-19 viral pandemic. As with many hospitals and service providers, we are taking extra measurements to ensure the safety of our patients, caregivers, and staff.

People with diabetes are severely affected by COVID-19, 30-40 % of the hospitalized people with COVID-19 infection have diabete. This increased risk is even higher if you have high blood pressure and are overweight, as reported both in China, Europe and US. It is crucial for you to take extra efforts for  diabetes management in order avoid contracting the infection and for your body to fight the infection if you are exposed by doing the following:

Follow the recommendations for safe practices:
Avoid crowded areas or maintain space between yourself and other people
Wash your hands frequently  and wear masks 
Get vaccinated and boosted

Additionally, take care of your diabetes very very carefully:

  • Check your glucose at least 2 times a day
  • Take all your medications, eat anti-inflammatory foods such as vegetables and fish 
  • Exercise for 30-40 min each day. Make your heart rate go up and allow you to breathe deeply when you do the activities
  • Decrease stress by mediations and sleep at least 6-8 hours/day.
  • Contact us  if you have questions about your diabetes  care (see below for more information)

We have created FAQs on self care and put together some resources that are relevant to Asian communities (patients, their caregivers, family, and community members). Please share the following information with anyone who may be interested. 

If you need to reach Joslin's Asian Clinic for medication refills or questions regarding your blood sugar, please call 617-309-3444 and leave a message with your name and phone number or reach us via email Asian Clinic Coordinator:  julia.li@joslin.harvard.edu

Information in different Asian languages are available - please check “3. National and Local resources” below.

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