T1D Strong

04/12/2026

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is often diagnosed in crisis, but nurse practitioner and diabetologist Rachael Sood is working to change that pattern.

By focusing on type 1 diabetes screening, early detection and prevention science, Sood is reshaping how type 1 diabetes is identified and managed long before insulin becomes necessary.

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Type 1 diabetes is often diagnosed in crisis, but nurse practitioner and diabetologist Rachael Sood is working to change that pattern. By focusing on type 1 diabetes screening, early detection and prevention science, Sood is reshaping how type 1 diabetes is identified and managed long before insulin...

04/11/2026

Dr. William Polonsky, founder of the Behavioral Diabetes Institute (BDI), helped redefine how clinicians address diabetes distress, burnout and mental health.

He explains how changing clinical language transformed patient experiences, why diabetes distress differs from depression and why emotional support remains one of the most overlooked needs in long term care.

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Dr. William Polonsky, founder of the Behavioral Diabetes Institute (BDI), helped redefine how clinicians address diabetes distress, burnout and mental health. He explains how changing clinical language transformed patient experiences, why diabetes distress differs from depression and why emotional s...

04/10/2026

Kelly Dawes, a dedicated leader in the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community, has lived with the condition for 44 years. Her personal journey instilled in her a deep sense of empathy and a passion for supporting others.

As the founder of the nonprofit organization, Grownup T1Ds, she offers vital resources that foster connection, reminding T1Ds they’re never alone in their experience.

🔗 This is Kelly's story: https://bit.ly/3NQmsO8

04/10/2026

T1D mom Hannah Bragg uses an at-home test kit to screen her three sons for type 1 diabetes (T1D).

Here, she discusses why she chose to screen, how she felt about the results, how simple the process was and why she believes early detection matters.

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T1D mom Hannah Bragg uses an at-home test kit to screen her three sons for type 1 diabetes (T1D). Here, she discusses why she chose to screen, how she felt about the results, how simple the process was and why she believes early detection matters.

04/09/2026

Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) since childhood, Kyle J. Rose has turned personal experience into a career with global impact. Today, he serves as Global Vice President of the International Diabetes Federation, following decades of experience in the medical technology sector.

He has woven his lived experience together with those of thousands of others to guide organizations of all sizes in product development, expanding access to medicines and technology, and building meaningful partnerships.

🔗 This is Kyle's story: https://bit.ly/4bAYeQU

04/08/2026

The connection between diabetes and mental health is no longer controversial.

Most people living with diabetes understand, at least intuitively, that the daily demands of management affect mood, stress levels, relationships, and self-perception.

What remains less clear is how to move from awareness to meaningful support.

The Diabetes and Mental Health (DMH) Conference is here to help close that gap.

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04/07/2026

The Berce family gained an incredible gift the year before their daughter, Kennedy, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.

They didn’t know it at the time, but the Portuguese water pup they adopted would become a lifesaving alert dog.

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The Berce family gained an incredible gift the year before their daughter, Kennedy, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. They didn’t know it at the time, but the Portuguese water pup they adopted would become a lifesaving alert dog.

04/06/2026

Danielle was diagnosed with diabetes during her junior year of college in 2009. Upon admission to the hospital, her A1C level measured 12.6%—equivalent to a dangerously high blood glucose level of 1,036 mg/dL.

Based on this, the attending endocrinologist diagnosed her with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Years later, when Danielle’s daughter began showing similar symptoms, Danielle’s experience empowered her to advocate swiftly for immediate evaluation and treatment.

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04/05/2026

In her mid-40s, Lynna Demay was the picture of health. She followed a strict vegan diet inspired by Dr. Joel Fuhrman’s Eat to Live, exercised daily, and felt stronger than ever.

So when her A1C came back at 14.1 % and her blood sugar was over 300 mg/dL during a routine physical, she was stunned.

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In her mid-40s, Lynna Demay was the picture of health. She followed a strict vegan diet inspired by Dr. Joel Fuhrman’s Eat to Live, exercised daily, and felt stronger than ever. So when her A1C came back at 14.1 % and her blood sugar was over 300 mg/dL during a routine physical, she was stunned.

04/04/2026

We put together our list of the best CGMs in 2026—and let’s be honest, “best” looks different for everyone.

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💬 So tell us—what are you using right now, and why does it work for you?
What actually makes a CGM worth it in your day-to-day life? 📱

Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are wearable devices that provide real-time blood sugar data to help people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes prevent dangerous glucose fluctuations and make smarter choices about food, exercise, and insulin dosing. In this updated 2026 guide, we cover the latest ext...

04/03/2026

Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) since childhood, Kyle J. Rose has turned personal experience into a career with global impact. Today, he serves as Global Vice President of the International Diabetes Federation, following decades of experience in the medical technology sector.

He has woven his lived experience together with those of thousands of others to guide organizations of all sizes in product development, expanding access to medicines and technology, and building meaningful partnerships.

🔗 This is Kyle's story: https://bit.ly/4bAYeQU

04/03/2026

Today, Lisa Cerezo celebrates her achievement of maintaining healthy blood sugar levels within her target range.

She is giving her body what it truly needs, but her journey didn't start off this way.

Lisa began in a place of constant frustration due to a misdiagnosis that could have led to serious long-term health issues.

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Today, Lisa Cerezo celebrates her achievement of maintaining healthy blood sugar levels within her target range. She is giving her body what it truly needs, but her journey didn't start off this way. Lisa began in a place of constant frustration due to a misdiagnosis that could have led to serious l...