Tag Archives: type 1 diabetes

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Pathway to Stop Diabetes: A Radical New Road for Diabetes Research

Posted on August 20, 2018 by

Letter from Karen Talmadge, PhD, 2018 Chair, American Diabetes Association Board of Directors: The American Diabetes Association’s Pathway to Stop Diabetes® research program is celebrating its fifth year of attracting a new generation of brilliant scientists into the field of … Continue reading →

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Embracing New Diabetes Technology at Camp: Laurie Diasio’s Story

Posted on August 20, 2018 by

For nearly 70 years, our Camps have served as a lifeline for kids with diabetes ages 4 to 18 and their families, allowing children to develop the critical skills they need to thrive while managing this disease. On-site medical volunteers … Continue reading →

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Advocacy Update: Diabetes Research and Programs Funding

Posted on August 7, 2018 by

This spring, Congress finally increased funding for diabetes research and prevention programs. The Special Diabetes Program, which supports type 1 diabetes research and type 2 diabetes prevention programs in Native communities, was funded through September 30, 2019 at $600 million … Continue reading →

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A Conversation with Crystal Woodward and Dr. Fran Cogen: Part 3

Posted on August 3, 2018 by

Recently, our Safe at School Director, Crystal Woodward, 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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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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Mission Impact: Letter from Barbara Byrd Keenan, CEO of The Endocrine Society

Posted on April 20, 2018 by

In the past year, we’ve worked with multiple other diabetes organizations to support all people living with and at risk for diabetes. In this edition of our Mission Impact letter, the Chief Executive Officer of The Endocrine Society shares her … Continue reading →

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A Conversation with Crystal Jackson and Dr. Fran Cogen: Part 2

Posted on April 14, 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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