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Your Rights, One Voice: The Bemis Family’s Story

Posted on July 10, 2018 by

Our daughter Nora was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was two years old. While her diagnosis was initially a shock, over time, life with diabetes has become second nature to us and caring for Nora has made our … Continue reading →

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A Conversation with Crystal Jackson and Dr. Fran Cogen: Part 1

Posted on February 23, 2018 by

Recently, our Safe at School Director, Crystal Jackson, got the chance to chat with Fran Cogen, MD, CDE, Director of Diabetes Services and Interim Co-Chief of Pediatric Endocrinology at Children’s Hospital. Dr. Cogen’s practice serves approximately 1,800 patients in the … Continue reading →

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25 Legends: Eric Wicklund

Posted on November 29, 2016 by
Eric with his wife and son

This year marks the 25th anniversary of two American Diabetes Association® signature fundraising events—Step Out Walk to Stop Diabetes® and Tour de Cure®. Every dollar raised at these events supports people living with diabetes and funds our life-changing research and … Continue reading →

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Swimming, Archery and Empowerment: Lisa and Nichole’s Diabetes Camp Story

Posted on June 1, 2016 by

Diabetes Camps provide a safe place for children living with diabetes to just be kids and enjoy traditional summer camp activities–Lisa shares her daughter Nichole’s Diabetes Camp story. Continue reading →

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“Something Just Isn’t Right”: Reflections on Our Daughter’s Type 1 Diagnosis

Posted on February 9, 2016 by

Though we have adapted to life with diabetes, I will never forget how scary that experience was. It’s not something you ever want to go through as a parent. I so wish that Cassidy’s type 1 had been picked up sooner. Continue reading →

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We’re Dedicated to Safe at School Progress

Posted on December 8, 2015 by

Unfortunately, many students face discrimination because of their diabetes. The goal of the American Diabetes Association’s Safe at School campaign is for school to be a safe—and a fair—place for every child with diabetes. Continue reading →

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Your Rights, One Voice: Vaughn’s Story

Posted on November 23, 2015 by

So, in the spring of 2015, when Vaughn’ mother Kira got a message from camp saying he could not attend that summer, she was naturally upset. She was told, “I’m sorry for the bad news. We are not equipped to handle a camper with diabetes.” Continue reading →

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