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Breakthrough T1D is partnering with Gavin Bryant of Gav’s Corner to offer kids with T1D in 8th grade and below a chance to win four free tickets to a Sacred Heart University men’s hockey game, plus a Jumbotron shout-out and postgame meet-and-greet with Gavin. Selected families will be contacted by Gav’s Corner. Per NCAA rules, this opportunity is limited to children in 8th grade and below.
We all have a story of how T1D has changed our lives. As a Breakthrough T1D advocate, I use my voice to tell lawmakers our story of living with T1D and why research must continue.
Mary Horn
Grassroots Advocate, Breakthrough T1D Advocacy
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