Here is what the participants from Raleigh had to say about this year's TCOYD Conference and Health Fair.

"Great combination of networking, resources, connections, and information!"

"Variety of topics covered from medical to psychological!"

"I appreciated that most presenters had personal connections to diabetes."

"Charlie's presentation was motivating & inspirational!"

"Great resources and availability of reps to answer questions."

"Great access to support organizations, ADA, JDRF, etc."

"State of the art techniques and information."

"Charlie Kimball was the best speaker ever!"

"I expected the conference to be nice but ended up being amazed by the caliber of all of the speakers."

"I think everyone could find some bit of information at this conference to inspire them."

"Please have Nicole Johnson back again."

"I'm leaving with a renewed desire to control this disease."

"One can learn so much in a friendly and inviting environment."

"We are in a time of rapid treatment change and this is the best way I know how to keep up to date on developing technologies."

"I loved the one on one sessions and the specific answers to my questions and concerns."

"It has gotten me more motivated. Taught me other sources that should help me become successful."

"Gave me insight on how to move ahead and try my best!"

"It helps to see others are struggling with diabetes and there are people who want to help us. My doctor doesn't have enough time to educate me on all there is to know. Thanks TCOYD for stepping in."

"Encouragement!"

"I will always attend these conferences as long as I can."

"Educating yourself is the very best tool in controlling diabetes and living a happy healthy life. Interacting with other people who have diabetes is always uplifting."

"I didn't anticipate learning so much or meeting so many people. Nor did I anticipate so many great resources at the health fair. I am thankful and grateful to TCOYD for brining this conference to Raleigh."

"There was such a plethora of information, knowledgeable representatives, and resources made available to me."

"There is something for everyone."

"So much I didn't know and I read a lot."

"I have learned about new medications and testing devices that could make controlling my diabetes easier."

"This conference is very empowering."

"I feel less guilt. The speakers really address how I feel instead of just preaching to me about what I am doing wrong."

"Excellent, understandable, information."

"It shows us we are not alone - we have peers, healthcare providers - to help show the way."

"Excellent speakers, resources, information and support."


The positive comments go on and on. Thank you all for making such a big difference in so many peoples lives.

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