Clinical Trial Participation: A Gilchrist Family Mission
This article was written by Amanda Gilchrist, a Participant Advisory Council Member (PAC), a Clinical Trial Education Volunteer, and Breakthrough T1D supporter. Amanda’s story details her family’s type 1 diabetes (T1D) journey, why clinical trial participation is important to her, and her experience in the PAC. The views expressed by the author are her own […]
Two Highly Engaged Volunteer Leaders Elected to Head Breakthrough T1D’s International Board of Directors
Karen Shishino Jordan, a long-time volunteer leader in the greater California Bay area, will serve as Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) International Board of Directors (IBOD) Chair, succeeding current Chair Lisa Fishbone Wallack. Carlton McMillan, also a dedicated volunteer leader in the greater California Bay area, will serve as Vice Chair, succeeding current Vice Chair Matt Varey. Karen’s and Carlton’s terms as Chair and Vice Chair, respectively, begin Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Breakthrough […]
Remembering Marilyn and Gerald Fishbone
For more than 50 years, Marilyn and Gerald Fishbone were pillars in the T1D community, dedicating their lives to helping advance innovative research.
Living 57 years (and counting) to the fullest with type 1 diabetes
Dennis Goldensohn has lived a full and healthy life with type 1 diabetes. His secret? A positive attitude and a supportive community.
Adam Singer: An innovative volunteer and fundraising leader
The Breakthrough T1D Real Estate Games is sponsored by the commercial real estate community to benefit type 1 diabetes research.
Pat McFeeley: Thinking big for cures
For Pat McFeeley, Breakthrough T1D Ride is a great example of bringing people together to make a difference for people living with T1D.
A behind-the-scenes look at DIAGNODE-3: Phase 3 clinical trials of Diamyd® for T1D
DIAGNODE-3 is a phase 3 clinical trial of the disease-modifying therapy Diamyd® that aims to preserve insulin-producing beta cells.
Breakthrough T1D Mourns Tragic, Sudden Loss of Five Ride Champions
The leadership, staff, and volunteers of Breakthrough T1D mourn the recent loss of five Ride champions.
The Kelley Family: Enduring to Cure T1D
The Kelley family is involved with our organization in every way possible. But for Margaret Kelley, our endurance event is magical, and she can't imagine running any other way.
The Merwin Family: Aiming for the Ultimate Finish Line
The Merwin Family found their purpose with our organization after their child was diagnosed with T1D.
