A run for diabetes 5K walk/run . 2026

The Run for Diabetes 5K Walk/Run is a free 5K held in Shreveport, Louisiana, starting at 1002 W Bert Kouns Industrial Loop. It begins in the morning and is designed for both walkers and runners. The aim is to encourage people to be active together and to raise awareness and support for diabetes. The race holds personal significance for its organizer, Gabriel. He established it after his mother lived with diabetes and eventually passed away from its complications. He also observed the difficulties in affording diabetic medication, even with insurance, while managing other household expenses. This event, his first 5K, conveys a straightforward message: walk, run, improve your health, and offer encouragement to those facing similar health and financial challenges.