How 3 Organizations are Fighting COVID-19
Three organizations—an academic institution, a non-profit and a company—are working to understand the prevalence, outcomes and risk factors for contracting COVID-19. By collecting real world data, this will inform doctors and researchers to understand the additional risks and possible treatments for people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) with the coronavirus pandemic. Two of them are specifically […]
Trick or Treat: Have a scare-free and fun Halloween
To say that Halloween is ‘fun’ is an understatement! So many kids and adults look forward to this one evening of dressing up, eating as much candy as they want and partying with friends! But Halloween can be scary in more than the obvious way for families of those newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes […]
Gather your T1D back to school resources
Summer’s winding down and it is time to go back to school. With type 1 diabetes (T1D), back to school preparation is about more than getting your school supplies in order. It is also about making sure that the teachers and educators are aware of what to do in case of high or low blood […]
Summer Internship Experience at Breakthrough T1D
By Jordan Garrick Ever since I was first diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D), Breakthrough T1D has supported me through my journey. My involvement with Breakthrough T1D first blossomed through my time as a volunteer and mentor with my home chapter in North Carolina. The constant support that I received from them was incomparable, but […]
March 2019 Young Adult Conference Speakers
The Breakthrough T1D Young Adult Conference is right around the corner. We’re thrilled to announce the following speakers and we can’t wait to see you in Dallas on March 30th and 31st. Haven’t signed up to attend? Registration is open until February 28th. Brandon Arbiter: Brandon is the VP, Product and Business Development for Tidepool. He […]