Holy crow what horrible ads you described. Not only did it do a disservice to those with Type 1, but now kids with Type 2 are going to be traumatized.

I wish adults would have some common sense when it comes to dealing with issues having to do with kids.
Shannon Lewis | Homepage | 03.10.06 - 11:40 am | #

Even type 2 diabetes isn't totally diet- you have to be genetically subjected to it. Gerrr...talk about irresponsible advertising. I would be so made.
Megan | Homepage | 03.10.06 - 1:40 pm | #

Not good - not good at all. It's upsetting to hear about this - I can't believe they didn't do their research prior to airing that!

Stupid, irresponsible and insensitive people - grrrrrrrr. Thank you for writing such a wonderful letter to them.
Jamie | 03.10.06 - 3:41 pm | #

Martha,

I think you may want to change your post. I followed the contact info you provided and got the following response:

Dear Mr. Grimm,

I'm sorry, but you have contacted the wrong organization. We are the Association of county First 5 commissions and we have no relationship to the ads you have seen. The ads are developed and sponsored by First 5 California, a state agency, in conjunction with the Governor’s Health and Human Services Agency. You can contact them at info@ccfc.ca.gov or call 916-323-0056. I know it's confusing because our names are so similar. I'm sure they will benefit from your input.

Thanks,

Sherry Novick
Marcus | Homepage | 03.10.06 - 9:25 pm | #

Good for you, Martha! I hope this has some impact--I get really angry when the distinction between the two types isn't made clear, these days.
Cornelia Read | Homepage | 03.12.06 - 7:25 pm | #

Martha, you're the BEST!
detox instructor | Homepage | 04.05.06 - 8:47 am | #