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We are so proud to share a powerful and inspiring story from one of our own\u2014Tatum, a young athlete living with type 1 diabetes<\/a>. In her recent article, \u201cHow Type 1 Diabetes Made Me a Stronger Athlete,\u201d<\/em> Tatum opens up about the real-life challenges of managing T1D<\/a> while pursuing her love for basketball and volleyball.<\/p>\n

Diagnosed at age 12, Tatum writes candidly about the physical and emotional toll of T1D, from low blood sugars<\/a> on the court to the discipline required just to keep playing safely. But through it all, she has found strength, resilience, and community. Her words remind us that T1D may shape your routine, but it doesn\u2019t define your spirit.<\/p>\n

Read the full article below to hear Tatum\u2019s journey in her own words.<\/a><\/p>\n

Written by Tatum Box<\/strong><\/p>\n

Published in the Waxahachie Sun on Wednesday, June 18, 2025<\/p>\n

Read Tatum’s Article in the Waxahachie Sun<\/a><\/p>\n

Tatum at the Breakthrough T1D<\/a> Office in Dallas presenting a check to Tanya Conovaloff, Community Outreach Manager for the North Texas and Oklahoma Territory.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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