MILPITAS, Calif, September 21, 1995 -- LifeScan, the leading manufacturer of blood glucose meters for people with diabetes, announces the creation of the LifeScan Prize For Athletic Achievement. This $20,000 award will be given each year to one athlete with diabetes, or divided among up to three athletes with diabetes, who distinguish themselves as role models for the athletic and diabetes communities. The prize will be funded annually by LifeScan, and administered through the International Diabetic Athletes Association (IDAA), a non-profit organization whose members include persons with diabetes who participate in fitness activities at all levels, health care professionals, and anyone interested in the relationship between diabetes and sports.

The nomination process begins this fall, with the first winners to be announced at the 1996 International Conference of the IDAA on April 2, 1996 in Tempe, Arizona. Applications are available by calling 1-800-898-IDAA, or by writing to the IDAA at 1647 West Bethany Home Road, #B, Phoenix, AZ 85015.

"LifeScan created this award in recognition of those individuals who have dedicated themselves to overcoming the various challenges of their diabetes," stated Anthony DeLizza, Director of Professional and Government Relations at LifeScan, Inc. "As a strong supporter of the IDAA, and as a diabetes management company committed to improving the quality of life for people with diabetes, it is our responsibility to promote healthy lifestyles. Part of that commitment is to motivate and reward people for their efforts, with the intention that such examples of success will inspire others with diabetes as well."

LifeScan's award will be given to a person with diabetes based on the individual's athletic accomplishments, potential for further success in the athlete's endeavors, and the potential for the prize to assist the athlete to reach his or her goals.

In addition to being an IDAA member, or being nominated by a member, the applicant must submit a nomination letter written in 250 words or less. The letter must reflect the individual's future goals and experiences with exercise and diabetes, and briefly explain how the prize will be used. Two letters of support should also accompany the nomination letter.

Founded in 1985, the IDAA is a non-profit service organization whose members include individuals from all over the world with diabetes who participate in fitness activities at all levels, health care professionals, and anyone interested in the relationship between diabetes and sports. IDAA chapters exist in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Germany, France, Luxembourg, Switzerland, the Netherlands and Spain.

LifeScan, a Johnson & Johnson company, is committed to improving the quality of life for people with diabetes. For home and hospital use, the company's OneTouch^® Meters, Genuine OneTouch^® Test Strips and Control Solution, form an accurate and reliable system that helps patients and their healthcare professionals determine the effectiveness of prescribed medication, diet and exercise programs. OneTouch Systems are recommended by more physicians, diabetes educators and pharmacists than any other brand. More than three million OneTouch Systems have been purchased to help people with diabetes lead healthier lives.

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