Dr. Ian Paterson, a medical practitioner at the University of Sheffield who lives with T1D, explains how the “honeymoon phase” that often occurs with type 1 can potentially be used to delay its full development, and why it’s important to preserve even a small number of functioning beta cells if you can.
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Do you know it’s now possible to screen for type 1 diabetes? Learn why it could be important for you and your family, and how it can help you understand more about the risks, development, and progression of T1D.
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Who knew diabetes was a double dipper? It doesn’t seem fair that anyone could end up with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes at the same time, but it can happen. Learn who’s most susceptible to this double diagnosis, which treatments are recommended, and how you can actually work the diagnosis to your advantage.
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Keep your eyes peeled for Dr. Pettus parachuting into your backyard with glee in response to the results of a study on mortality rates and type 1. You might want to start saving now for pickleball paddles and your dream retirement custom RV…living a long life with T1D is lookin’ good!
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If you’ve ever felt down, discouraged, or frustrated about diabetes, you’re not alone. It’s a 24/7 job no one applied for, yet somehow got anyway. Here are a few of the most common challenges in managing the emotional side of diabetes, along with ideas for solutions.
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