Year: 2017
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Living
Weathering Hurricane Harvey with Type 1 Diabetes
LaQuishe Wright recounts how she kept her family dry and her son’s blood sugar levels relatively stable after being uprooted…
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Even Motivational Speakers Have Bad Blood Sugar Days
A diabetes activist describes how she had to give a speech after she pulled off her pump and CGM in…
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A Woman with Type 1 Was Behind This Viral Photo
With her power restored, this pancreas-transplant recipient is now championing the cause of organ donation.
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The T1D-Warrior Label Oversimplifies Life with Type 1
A mother of a child with Type 1 describes the pitfalls of the restitution narrative in this opinion piece.
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My Advice to Those Newly Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes
A call to be gentle with yourself when blood glucose management goes wrong, by someone who spent years trying for…
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Four Spooky Type 1 Diabetes Memes for Halloween
In celebration of the one day where we actually enjoy being afraid.
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The World Series Pitcher with Type 1 Diabetes
Brandon Morrow is an anchor among the relief pitchers for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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My Seatmate Thought Type 1 Diabetes Was Contagious
A diabetes activist details some of the hurtful misconceptions she faced when returning to school after a Type 1 diabetes…
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My Parents Tried to Have Type 1 For a Day
A young woman with Type 1 describes how difficult it was for them.
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Treatment
Here are the Common Type 1-Related Digestive Issues
A certified diabetes educators lists the conditions and how to treat or prevent them.
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Treatment
How to Have a Colonoscopy While Taking Insulin
A certified diabetes educator walks through some guidelines to consider with your healthcare team.
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Quiz: Is Your Partner Helpful With Your Type 1 Diabetes?
Answer these four questions to gauge their long-term prospects for a good relationship with your A1C score.
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Living
The Flash Speeds Up Glucagon Injection’s Effects
The show misses an opportunity to educate in its haste.
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Treatment
Why Foot Care is Important for People with Diabetes
After a diagnosis, looking at your feet may seem silly, but good foot care is vital for staying healthy.
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When Should Someone Be Screened for Diabetes?
A certified diabetes educator lists the screening guidelines for Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes
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Living
Did Trump Predict Diabetes Will Force Justice Sotomayor to Retire?
A report suggests he’s betting the Supreme Court justice won’t last during his presidency.
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Treatment
Pot Tested as Treatment for Neuropathy Pain
It helped ease the pain for participants in a small study.
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Living
The First Time My Mom Tested My Blood Sugar
A woman with Type 1 describes the night she learned she was the second child with Type 1 diabetes in…
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Is There a Production of RENT with Diabetes Instead of AIDS?
A tweetstorm erupts at the rumor of such a production. We contact the licensing house that controls the rights to…
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Neuropathy Pain Can Increase Risk of Depression
Learn the symptoms of neuropathy and depression.
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