{"id":21242,"date":"2023-08-03T21:11:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-03T21:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/norcal\/?p=21242"},"modified":"2026-03-06T23:28:02","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T23:28:02","slug":"jdrf-norcal-august-2023-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/norcal\/2023\/08\/03\/jdrf-norcal-august-2023-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"Breakthrough T1D NorCal August 2023 Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Introducing our 2023\u00a0JDRF<\/span>\u00a0One Walk,\u00a0NorCal<\/span>\u00a0Corporate Chair: Al Williams of Chevron<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019re thrilled to announce our Corporate Chair for the 2023\u00a0JDRF<\/span>\u00a0One Walk,\u00a0NorCal<\/span><\/a><\/b>: Al Williams, Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Chevron Corporation. The Corporate Chair, in partnership with\u00a0JDRF<\/span>\u00a0staff and volunteers, helps lead our efforts in accelerating corporate and community support for the Walk. We’re extremely grateful to Al for his leadership.\u00a0Read more<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

\u25ba\u00a0The\u00a0JDRF<\/span>\u00a0One Walk will take place on November 5th at\u00a0California<\/span>‘s Great America.\u00a0Register today!<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

JDRF<\/span>\u00a0NorCal<\/span>\u00a0Welcomes New Members to our Community Board<\/strong><\/p>\n

With much gratitude, we welcome new and returning members to our\u00a0 JDRF<\/span>\u00a0Northern<\/span>\u00a0California<\/span>\u00a0Chapter Community Board: Dr. Marina Basina, Debra Dommen, Jason Skeoch, Chris Tapio, and Jenny Williams. We also send a heartfelt Thank You to our retiring board members: Jennifer Dole, Wyeth Goodenough, Amy Lewis, Tammy Powers, and Dr. Jennifer Schneider as Board President. Hans ten Cate has stepped into the role of Board President. Thank you all for your leadership! Learn more about our entire FY2024 Community Board at\u00a0jdrf<\/span>.org\/norcal<\/span>\/leadership<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

The Smallest Artificial Pancreas System Receives FDA Clearance<\/strong><\/p>\n

Last month, Tandem Mobi\u2014a miniature-sized insulin pump, for use with Tandem\u2019s Control-IQ\u2122 technology and a compatible continuous glucose monitor (CGM)\u2014received FDA clearance. The Tandem Mobi is half the size of the company\u2019s t:slim X2\u2122 insulin pump, making it the world\u2019s smallest artificial pancreas system.\u00a0Read more<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

JDRF<\/span>\u00a0Research<\/span> Update Reception: September 12th in Monterey Bay<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please join\u00a0JDRF<\/span>\u00a0and the T1D community on September 12th from 5:30 – 7pm for an update on the latest advances in T1D\u00a0research<\/span>. Topics include: Beta Cell Therapy, Immunology, Screening, Technology Advances, and Glucose Control. We would like to thank our sponsor for this event –\u00a0ProventionBio<\/a><\/b>. And we would like to thank the Silvestri Tasting Room for donating their space for this event.\u00a0Learn more and register<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Back to School with Type 1\u00a0Diabetes<\/span> (T1D)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Returning to school can be both exciting and stressful, especially when you live with T1D. JDRF<\/span>\u00a0is offering resources and virtual events to help you prepare:<\/p>\n

\u25ba\u00a0Returning to School with\u00a0Diabetes<\/span><\/b>: A Virtual Town Hall Co-Hosted with ADA and Sansum\u00a0Diabetes<\/span>\u00a0Research<\/span>\u00a0Institute, August 9th, 3PM PT.\u00a0Learn more and register here<\/a><\/b>.
\n\u25ba\u00a0Virtual Back to School Panel<\/b>, August 16th, 3PM PT. Watch the panel live on\u00a0JDRF<\/span>‘s national Facebook page<\/a><\/b>.
\n\u25ba\u00a0Going to College with Type 1\u00a0Diabetes<\/span><\/b>:\u00a0JDRF<\/span>\u00a0has compiled a list of practical tips to help you succeed in college with T1D.\u00a0Read the blog<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

The\u00a0JDRF<\/span>\u00a02023 Children’s Congress\u00a0NorCal<\/span>\u00a0Delegates Are Back from Washington, DC!<\/strong><\/p>\n

The JDRF<\/span>\u00a02023 Children\u2019s Congress took place July 9 – July 11 in Washington, DC. We are especially proud of our eight\u00a0Northern<\/span>\u00a0California<\/span>\u00a0Delegates who made a big impact on Capitol Hill. They courageously shared their personal stories, face to face with our nation’s policymakers, advocating for Federal funding T1D\u00a0research<\/span>\u00a0insulin affordability. We’ve heard back from some of them who shared their favorite memories and photos.\u00a0Read now<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

\u25ba You too can make a difference as a\u00a0JDRF<\/span>\u00a0Advocate! Sign up today at\u00a0jdrf<\/span>.org\/join<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

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Upcoming Chapter Events<\/h3>\n

2023\u00a0JDRF<\/span>\u00a0Ride<\/b>\u00a0– cyclists of all levels join Rides throughout the year at stunning destinations across the country or through My Ride options. Learn more and register today at\u00a0ride.jdrf<\/span>.org<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

JDRF<\/span>\u00a0One Walk,\u00a0NorCal<\/span>\u00a0Kickoff with the Oakland A’s<\/b>\u00a0– August 19, 3:30-5:45pm. Join us for a tailgate before the A’s take on the Baltimore Orioles. First pitch 6:07pm.\u00a0Register here<\/a><\/b>.
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Family Shows at Chase Center\u00a0<\/b>– a portion of tickets will benefit\u00a0JDRF<\/span>:\u00a0<\/b>Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: August 5-6, 2023 and\u00a0Cirque du Soleil: Corteo: August 23-27, 2023.\u00a0Purchase your tickets here.<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

T1D Partner Support Group<\/b>\u00a0– Join this community at a quarterly virtual meet ups to hear from others, share advice, and receive support.\u00a0Register here<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Sacramento Area T1D Meetup for Families & Caregivers<\/b>\u00a0– September 10, 2-4pm PT, Harry Crabb Park, Roseville.\u00a0Learn more<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Research<\/span>\u00a0Update – Monterey Bay<\/b>\u00a0– September 12, 5:30pm – 7pm PT, Carmel-by-the-Sea.\u00a0RSVP here<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Wine About\u00a0Diabetes<\/span>\u00a0Driving for A Cure<\/b>\u00a0– September 15, 2023, Timber Creek Golf Course,\u00a0Roseville, CA.\u00a0Sponsorships and registration available now<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

JDRF<\/span>\u00a0Hope Gala<\/b>\u00a0– September 30, 2023, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, CA. Sponsorships and tickets available now!\u00a0jdrf<\/span>.org\/norcal<\/span>\/hopegala<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

JDRF<\/span>\u00a0One Walk,\u00a0NorCal<\/span><\/b>\u00a0– November 5, 2022,\u00a0California<\/span>‘s Great America, Santa Clara. Register at\u00a0walk.jdrf<\/span>.org\/norcal<\/span><\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Team\u00a0JDRF<\/span>: Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend<\/b>\u00a0– January 11-14, 2024,\u00a0Anaheim, CA.\u00a0Learn more and register<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

RECURRING OUTREACH\u00a0\u00a0EVENTS:<\/b><\/p>\n

TypeOneNation Virtual Summit\u00a0<\/b>–\u00a0First Thursdays of each month.\u00a0Learn more and register for the series<\/a><\/b>. En espa\u00f1ol,\u00a0reg\u00edstrar aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

E-Meet & Greets: Monthly Zoom Meetups\u00a0<\/b>– Rotating Wednesdays, 12pm PT.<\/p>\n