Category Archives: Family
I Love Someone with Diabetes: Elizabeth Dodds
Bryan is not just his diabetes. He is so much more, and he never lets diabetes get in the way of being an active father. Continue reading
I Love Someone with Diabetes: Jennifer Atkins
I love someone with diabetes! Actually, I love a whole lot of people with diabetes. I have watched so many of my family members fight this fight. Continue reading
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Posted in Caregivers, Family, Food and Fitness, High-Risk Populations, Life with Diabetes, Stop Diabetes Tagged American Diabetes Association, diabetes, diabetes complications, diabetes prevention, gestational diabetes, Prediabetes, Stop Diabetes, type 2 diabetes
I Love Someone with Diabetes: Amy Michelle Colbert
When you or someone you love is diagnosed with diabetes, you feel so many things—and it’s all normal. That there are times when it is normal to feel abnormal. It’s okay to feel that diabetes is NOT okay. But know you’re not alone. Continue reading
I Love Someone with Diabetes: Olga Leonard
I love two people with diabetes: my husband of 13 years, Trey, and our daughter, who is almost 10. As tough as this disease can be, we as caregivers can show even more toughness, love and support to the ones we love. Continue reading
Talking Type 1: Melissa Van Nest
When Melissa was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 29, she knew what she was up against, as her twin sister also has it. Melissa’s career as a pharmacist also gave her a unique perspective on diabetes management — plus a chance to give back. Continue reading
Talking Type 1: Revé Anderko
“It amazed me how quickly I adapted to my new lifestyle while trying to enjoy my senior year of college at the same time,” says Revé of her type 1 diabetes diagnosis. Continue reading
Talking Type 1: Kevin Kane
Think type 1 diabetes is just for kids? Think again. Kevin was diagnosed at 49 — but he calls it a blessing in disguise. Continue reading
