Sana’s Gene-Edited Islets Continue to Make Insulin
Sana Biotechnology’s novel cell therapy approach uses gene editing to help transplanted islet cells evade immune attack while continuing to produce insulin. A new publication in The New England Journal of Medicine provides more detail about the first person with type 1 diabetes (T1D) treated with Sana’s gene-edited islets. This person is still making insulin 14+ months after their islet transplant—without immunosuppressants! Read more.
Sana’s Gary Meininger, MD, will be speaking at our upcoming Community Summit on August 29 in San Ramon!
Join the 2027 Children’s Congress Information Session
The 2027 Children’s Congress virtual information session will take place on Thursday, August 13 at 4 p.m. Families can learn more about how to apply and what to expect if selected. Young people ages 4–17 who live with T1D and reside within the United States are welcome to apply. Selected Delegates will have the opportunity to meet with federal decision-makers in Washington, D.C., in summer 2027! Register now.
Announcing Our Newly Appointed FY2027 Northern California Board Members
We’re excited to welcome our newly appointed FY2027 board members! Joining the Greater San Francisco and Sacramento Valley Chapter are Kelly Close, Brooke Coutre, Lily Dunbar, Jim Horalek, and Don Rigler. Joining the Silicon Valley, Monterey Bay, and Central Valley Chapter are Sarah Beelaard, Peter Draeger, Elena Lin, Kara Andersen Reiter, and Missy Reller.
We also extend our sincere thanks to Karen Jordan, John Salter, Patrick Pena, and Sara Diamond, who have completed their board service.
View the full list of our chapter boards.
Upcoming Chapter Events
T1D Adults Hike Don’t Spike
Saturday, August 8 | 9:30 a.m. | Point Reyes Station
San Francisco Walk Hype Party at Parklab Gardens
Sunday, August 9 | 10 a.m. | San Francisco
A1C Warriors Support Group: Modesto
Tuesday, August 11 | 6 p.m. | Health Plan of San Joaquin, Modesto
2027 Children’s Congress Info Session
Thursday, August 13 | 4 p.m. | Zoom
Monterey Breakthrough T1D Social
Thursday, August 20 | 5 p.m. | Alvarado on Main in Old Town, Salinas
Silicon Valley Walk Hype Party + Earthquakes Night
Saturday, August 22 | 5:30 p.m. | PayPal Park, San Jose
Breakthrough T1D Walk Fundraising 101
Saturday, August 26 | 6:30 p.m. | Zoom
Breakthrough T1D Community Summit: NorCal
Saturday, August 29 | 8 a.m. | Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
Breakthrough T1D Night with the Golden State Valkyries
Saturday, September 19 | 6 p.m. | Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
Breakthrough T1D Night with Monterey Bay FC
Saturday, September 26 | 7 p.m. | Cardinal Stadium, Seaside
Breakthrough T1D NorCal Community Games
Sunday, September 27 | 12 p.m. | Da Boccery, Livermore, CA
Young Leadership Committee (YLC) Walktoberfest
Wednesday, September 30 | 6 p.m. | SPARK Social, Livermore
2026 Breakthrough T1D Walk: Registration is open!
- Silicon Valley: PayPal Park, San Jose | Sunday, October 25
- San Francisco: San Francisco Zoo | Sunday, November 8
- Sacramento: William Land Park | Sunday, November 8
Breakthrough T1D Ride: Register now!
- La Crosse, WI: August 13 to 16
- The Cascades, WA: August 27 to 30
- Cape Cod, MA: September 25 to 28 (rescheduled)
- Austin, TX: October 29 to November 1
- Amelia Island, FL: December 3 to 6
- My Ride: Your ride, your way, your day!
Breakthrough T1D® Run: Register now!
Abbott World Marathon Majors and “My Run” opportunities are available all year round!
Recurring Virtual Support Groups:
The Breakthrough T1D Northern California Chapter offers ongoing gatherings for all ages, stages, and connections to T1D. We also host special sessions, some of which include Ask the Endo, Ask the Therapist, a Reunión for the Spanish-speaking community, and more—all on Zoom. View a full listing of all virtual events and registration.
Young Leadership Committee (YLC) Monthly Happy Hours:
Quarterly meetings and monthly happy hours for young adults 21+. Contact [email protected] for more information.
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