This race was created to allow runners of all abilities to use their good health to assist in the fight against diabetes. It is about competing to win, competing as a team, competing for fun, and competing to raise money for diabetes research and awareness programs.

It is the result of outstanding work on the behalf many dedicated people who are motivated to assist in aiding the efforts of the American Diabetes Association. Without their help, the race would not be possible.

2011 HONARY EVENT COMMITTEE:

Anthony Soland- GM, Spanky's Stone Hearth, Vergas

Jimmy Anderson- Ottertail County Sheriff's Posse

Cheryl Hanson- Vergas State Bank

Christi Helmke- Rose Lake resident

Claudia Schmid- Vergas

Josh Hanson- Owner, Spanky's Stone Hearth, Vergas

Louise Messinger- Rose Lake resident

John Swenson- Perham

ABOUT DIABETES & THE ADA

There are 23.6 million people in the United States, or 8% of the population, who have diabetes. The total prevalence of diabetes increased 13.5% from 2005-2007. Only 24% of diabetes is undiagnosed, down from 30% in 2005 and from 50% ten years ago.

With so many people affected by diabetes, the American Diabetes Association has compiled diabetes statistics on the impact of the disease and its complications.

Based on death certificate data, diabetes contributed to 224,092 deaths in 2002. Studies indicate that diabetes in generally under-reported on death certificates, particularly in the cases of older persons with multiples chronic conditions such as heart disease and hypertension. Because of this, the toll of diabetes is believed to be much higher than officially reported

The total annual economic cost of diabetes in 2007 was estimated to be $174 billion. Medical expenditures totaled $116 billion and were comprised of $27 billion for diabetes care, $58 billion for chronic diabetes-related complications, and $31 billion for excess general medical costs.

To learn more visit www.diabetes.org

Another competitor makes it to the finish line!

Runners gather prior to the start of the race. The Sheriff's posse can be seen on horseback.

Runners wait for their shuttle ride at the Mile 9 water station.

12 mile race/run on July 23rd, 2011 in Vergas, MN for distance runners of all abilities. Jim Jensen, race director, former NFL Denver Broncos running back, raising funds for the American Diabetes Association.

Run 'Round the Rose - 2011

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This race was created to allow runners of all abilities to use their good health to assist in the fight against diabetes. It is about competing to win, competing as a team, competing for fun, and competing to raise money for diabetes research and awareness programs.

It is the result of outstanding work on the behalf many dedicated people who are motivated to assist in aiding the efforts of the American Diabetes Association. Without their help, the race would not be possible.