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Using the Race Model Inequality to Quantify Behavioral Multisensory Integration Effects

Using the Race Model Inequality to Quantify Behavioral Multisensory Integration Effects

Published on: May 10, 2019

Fighting discrimination.

Wim Wientjens¹, Douglas Cairns

¹International Diabetes Federation IDF Global, IDF Special Ambassador 2010-2012 for the Rights and Responsibilities of People with Diabetes, Vice President IDF Global, Buizerdlaan 211, 2261 CV Leidschendam, The Netherlands. wim.wientjens@wxs.nl

Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice

|July 13, 2012

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People with diabetes can fly planes, with special monitoring. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) promotes rights and responsibilities to reduce discrimination and improve quality of life for individuals with diabetes.

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Using the Race Model Inequality to Quantify Behavioral Multisensory Integration Effects

Using the Race Model Inequality to Quantify Behavioral Multisensory Integration Effects

Published on: May 10, 2019

Area of Science:

Medical Science
Aviation Medicine
Public Health Policy

Background:

Diabetes management has advanced, yet discrimination persists.
The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) established a Charter in 2011 to address rights and responsibilities.
Barriers exist in employment, insurance, and daily life for people with diabetes.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the potential for individuals with insulin-treated diabetes to engage in activities previously restricted.
To examine the successful implementation of blood glucose monitoring protocols enabling pilots with diabetes to fly.
To advocate for the reduction of discriminatory practices against people with diabetes.

Main Methods:

Review of existing international protocols and regulations regarding diabetes and aviation.
Case study analysis of pilots with insulin-treated diabetes who are permitted to fly.
Comparative analysis of policies in the USA, Canada, and the UK.

Main Results:

The USA permits private flying for pilots with insulin-treated diabetes.
Canada allows commercial flying for pilots with insulin-treated diabetes.
New European Aviation Authority restrictions impact UK National Private Pilot Licence holders with insulin-treated diabetes.

Conclusions:

Specialized blood glucose monitoring protocols enable pilots with insulin-treated diabetes to fly responsibly.
International collaboration and policy development are crucial to reduce discrimination.
Further advocacy is needed to ensure equitable opportunities for people with diabetes in aviation and other sectors.