True Confessions of a Type 1 Diabetic

12/16/2024

https://www.breakthrought1d.org/greaternewengland/events/community-summit-boston-2025/

Join us for a free one-day, in-person, educational summit event, bringing together all within the T1D community. Learn about research advances, participate in discussions with experts, and meet others living with or caring for someone with T1D. Educational sessions will be focused on T1D care and ma...

06/11/2024

On my drive into work this morning, the morning show I listened to, Mix 104.1 asked "what have you left the house without" since one of the co-hosts left without their shoes.

My answer (yep, I called in!) was: My insulin pump. I've actually done this 2x over the 24 years I've worn one for my type 1 diabetes. The first time I made it all the way into work, which was an hour on the commuter rail, got there and realized it. I didn't have any backup supplies that day. Fortunately a co-worker had driven in that day and graciously drove me home then back to work. The alternatives: go to the ER, take a cab/Uber home.

The other time this happened was to go to a sample sale in Boston. A friend of a friend picked me up and we got on the Mass Pike when I realized what happened. We weren't far from my home, but the sample sale!! :)

I make light of this, and it could have been more serious, but life with T1D has taught me to be creative, advocate for myself, and think several steps ahead at all time.

What have YOU left the house without?

04/07/2024

🎉On April 24, 2024 my type 1 diabetes turns 50 years old.

Living with T1D has been a journey filled with ups and downs, but I'm grateful for every moment. Here's why you might care about my story:

1️⃣ Inspiration: For anyone facing health challenges, I hope my journey offers inspiration and shows that resilience is possible, no matter the obstacles.

2️⃣ Education: Let's raise awareness about T1D together! By sharing my experience, we can spread knowledge and understanding about this condition and its impact on daily life.

3️⃣ Connection: Whether you're a fellow T1D warrior, a friend supporting someone with diabetes, or simply curious, let's connect and share stories. We're stronger together.

Thank you for being a part of my journey!

I'm fundraising for JDRF because I believe in their vision of a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). Learn more about what I'm doing and how you can help!

02/20/2024

📢💙Chicago D-Moms!
Our early bird special pricing won't last for Diabetes Connections presents: Moms’ Night Out Chicago.
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Join us April 12-13th at Hyatt Rosemont for a unique conference full of information, humor, community, and cocktails.
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Learn more & register here: https://bit.ly/MNOChicago
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What happens at Moms’ Night Out?
⭐️Learn about the latest diabetes technology
⭐️Enjoy Cocktails & Crafts
⭐️Get one-on-one advice from a diabetes educator or endo
⭐️Have dinner with your new mom friends
⭐️Wake up to coffee and breakfast
⭐️Hear from speakers who will send you home inspired!
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Right now, you can take advantage of our Early Bird Special and pay ONLY 50% up front. No promo code needed, just make your selection at registration. More info: https://bit.ly/MNOChicago
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02/15/2024

As I continue to reflect on my journey with type 1 diabetes, I am reminded how far treatment optionsnhave advanced over the years. Frommthe early methods that seem archaic now to the innovative solutions today, each step forward has been a significant improvement. Let's continue pushing forward for progress.

This month we have an incredible opportunity: gifts totaling up to $5,000 will be matched by a generous donor.

Your gifts will make a real difference in supporting research aimed at improving loves of those impacted by T1D.

Together, let's make strides towards a future freew from T1D



Double your impact today!
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02/11/2024

IYKYK:
Last week while traveling, I went to bolus for breakfast only to see I had 2 units of insulin left in my insulin pump. Airport gate area isn't ideal for a site change, but it was better than the restroom.

04/30/2022

💙Connect with other adults (21 years and older) living with
✔️Hear from amazing speakers on clinical trial participation, living with the burden of T1D, diabetes burnout, and more!
⁉️⁉️We call it bootcamp because the weekend is packed with great sessions, and lots of time to socialize.
😍No pushups, or squats involved with this bootcamp!
June 4-5 in Stillwater, NJ at Camp Nejeda Foundation
Register today!!
https://www.campnejeda.org/surviveandthrive

06/16/2021

AWARE for All is heading virtually to the Midwest! Hear from patients and medical professionals on their health journeys. Topics include lupus, diabetes, rheumatology, and infectious disease. Stop by the virtual health fair and browse through over 40 organization's exhibits including some awesome health tips and tricks - Zumba, Yoga, Reiki, meditation, and more!

The first 250 people to register and attend will have the chance to win a FitBit Versa - 2 chances to win!

Join us virtually on Thursday, July 22, 2021, to hear from trial volunteers and learn more about clinical trials in the Midwest region!

01/26/2021

I'm looking forward to participating a medical heroes appreciathon happening the month of March! What a fun way to recognize all those involved in clinical trials - from the trial participants to the study staff. All play an important role in advancing treatments, and vaccines! (I set a fundraising goal of $300) This is a great way to get active, raise awareness for a great cause, and thank all of those involved with clinical research. Log your activity to move virtually through the US National parks!

Sign up is free & easy: https://lnkd.in/eA5kdgQ





Sign up is easy: https://lnkd.in/eA5kdgQ

Medical Heroes Appreci-a-thon Clinical research education and awareness is even more critical today. Medical, health care and research professionals are continuously working to provide care, treatment and vaccines for everyone. And patients, their families and the public are seeking information and....

12/09/2020

Deciding on changing to a new insulin pump isn't easy, and like many, wasn't certain about upgrading to the 770G. I share my decisions on switching to the Medtronic Diabetes 770G system, and my first 4 days on it!
https://bit.ly/770Gswitch

12/02/2020

Curious about clinical trials, but not quite sure how they work, or if you should participate? Aware for All is a free virtual event is a great opportunity to learn about the importance of clinical trials and how they work! Happening 12/8 from 4-6pm EDT Registration is free, but required!

Free program that aims to educate people about clinical research so they can make informed decisions about their health. This virtual event includes free health exercises, a ceremony to honor clinical research volunteers, and informational presentations that feature community organizations and resea...

11/10/2020

https://diabetessisters.org/newsletter/october-2020-using-artificial-intelligence-simplify-diabetes-data

Sponsored post from DreaMed Diabetes Idan Tsadok, Algorithm Developer at DreaMed Diabetes in Tel-Aviv, shares her insight into working at a start-up focused on diabetes, while also as a person living with diabetes. How did you discover your professional interest in healthcare and diabetes, specifica...