T1D Strong

Raising awareness about Type 1 Diabetes and empowering individuals living with It.

01/30/2026

You've probably heard of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) but have you heard of continuous ketone monitoring (CKM)?

Although CKM remains an emerging practice (no FDA-approved CKM is yet available for diabetes care), experts agree that it holds significant promise for people with type 1 diabetes.

🔗 Here's what the latest data shows: https://bit.ly/4t5wM4K

01/27/2026

Nancy is a testament that anyone can be diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) at any age regardless of family history.

Nancy is a T1D advocate, mother, and champion of Blue Circle Health. 🔵

When Nancy Murphy was only four years old, her mother noticed the symptoms of T1D. First, she was wetting the bed and had no appetite.

Then, her mother knew something was seriously wrong when, at Thanksgiving dinner, she ate nothing and just wanted to drink.

“I was the first in my family to be diagnosed,” said Murphy. “Back then, we tested sugar with a test tube and a tablet in water, then in high school, they came up with blood sugar testing, but it took a full two minutes to get results, and strips were expensive.”

👉 This is Nancy's Type 1 Strong story: https://bit.ly/3Y9KQvD

01/23/2026

Katie was misdiagnosed for 14 years with gestational diabetes AND type 2 diabetes (T2D)!

Although, she knew something wasn’t right...

Her doctor told her she had gestational diabetes during her first pregnancy in 2008. She had no idea that the diagnosis would turn into a 14-year medical mystery.

“I worked really hard to figure out what I could eat,” she said. “I walked a lot, ate really low-carb, and was very meticulous. For my first two pregnancies, I was able to manage my blood sugars with intense diet and exercise.”

After those pregnancies, however, nobody checked her blood sugar or A1c again.

💙 This is Katie's Type 1 Strong story: https://bit.ly/492YLsl

01/21/2026

We hate to be the ones to have to tell you this but chasing happiness shouldn't be your goal in life with type 1 diabetes (T1D).

👉 It should be figuring out how to live a content life with T1D!

Because life is a lot more of that and a lot less of the extremes for most of us.

Ready to live more mindfully with T1D in 2026?
💙 Find our guide (that includes 8 practical strategies) here: https://bit.ly/4ar75EI

Thanks for sharing this message, Julia Flaherty!

01/19/2026

Misdiagnosed at 60: Misdiagnosis doesn’t only happen to children or young adults. Many older adults develop type 1 diabetes (T1D), yet their symptoms are often waved away or misread...

This is the story of Åsa Carlsson of Dalsland, Sweden, who lived for years with symptoms no one could explain. Her path to the right diagnosis shows what happens when something feels wrong, but the healthcare system insists everything is fine.

💙 This is her Type 1 Strong story: https://bit.ly/4q7PJkJ
with Åsa Carlsson Bild & grafisk form

01/15/2026

When Chicago native Jill Dine’s son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) at two years old, she and her husband began searching for ways to get involved with the T1D community.

They didn’t have to look far — the Chicago Diabetes Project, a world-renowned organization leading advancements in gene therapies, islet transplants, and functional cure research, was already thriving in their hometown.

💙 This is Jill's type 1 story: https://bit.ly/48PYeeC

01/13/2026

The dangers of T1D misdiagnosis are very real. 😔
👉 Know the signs: it could save your life or your loved one's.
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Learn about the prevalence of misdiagnosis at Type1Strong.org

01/09/2026

Type 3c diabetes, also called pancreatogenic diabetes, is a rare form of diabetes caused by damage to the pancreas and is often misdiagnosed as type 2.

For optician, consultant, and Healthy Sight Ambassador Ric Peralta, the diagnosis came suddenly after a medical crisis in 2003.

One bite of a donut was all it took. Pain shot through his abdomen so sharply it took his breath away.

“I thought maybe I had food poisoning or the stomach flu,” Peralta said. “It was a rough day at the office, running to the bathroom over and over.”

Two days later, Peralta still couldn’t keep down even water. He went to the doctor and was put straight into an ambulance. He wouldn’t leave the hospital for three months.

🩸This is Ric's Diagnosis Story: https://bit.ly/4pw1OA1

01/07/2026

Food noise is VERY real for a lot of people living with all types of diabetes.

If you live with type 1 diabetes (T1D), you may be suffering from food noise and not even know it! In this article, Ginger Vieira (AKA Diabetes Nerd ), shares her tips for conquering food noise: https://bit.ly/4qqeoRP.

👉 If you've ever wondered about using a GLP-1 like Ozempic to tame it, this article is for YOU.

01/05/2026

Type 1 maven Ginger Vieira (AKA Diabetes Nerd ) is an author, podcaster, vlogger, and diabetes content specialist.

Her vast experience covers social media marketing, branding, product development, clinical trial recruitment, and more. She has a gift for paring down complex subject matter into relatable mainstream terms.

💙 This is her type 1 story: https://bit.ly/3MNS9H2

01/02/2026

What's the hidden impact of holiday food on blood sugar levels? 🤔
👉 As it turns out, there's a lot going on behind the scenes...

If you're still trying to figure out how to dose for your holiday leftovers, this post is for YOU: https://bit.ly/48r0CqJ

What's your strategy for navigating the unexpected ebbs and flows of holiday gatherings? 💬 Share in the comments. 👇

12/31/2025

When Julia Flaherty was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) at 10 years old, her life shifted in an instant. One moment, she was a carefree, bubbly child.

Next, she was plunged into a whirlwind of hospital visits, insulin injections, and confusing new terminology. It was the beginning of a lifelong journey—one marked by resilience, transformation, and a deep desire to help others feel less alone.

“I remember that experience vividly,” Julia said. “It’s one of those moments in life that burns itself into your memory.”

The emotional weight of that diagnosis didn’t go away. “I went through the stages of grief,” she said. “And I’ve gone through them again and again at different points in my life.”

💙 This is Julia's T1D Diagnosis Story: https://bit.ly/44qZ5zF

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