HOME ABOUTPROGRAMSBOARD OF DIRECTORSTHE TEAMLEADERSHIP COUNCILPRESS Beyond Type 1 is the largest diabetes org online, funding advocacy, education and cure research. Find industry news, inspirational stories and practical help. Join the 1M+ strong community and discover what it means to #LiveBeyond a diabetes diagnosis. DIABETES + COVID VACCINES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWSEE MORE ON

BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

PREGNANCY - BEYOND TYPE 1 The Type 1 Diabetes Think Tank Network has created a Type 1 Diabetes & Pregnancy Web Series to address questions from women with Type 1 looking to get pregnant and have a healthy delivery. Consulting experts in the field, Host Deanna Palazzo, walks us NATIONAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PEOPLE WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Here’s a list of US scholarships and eligibility requirements. Diabetes Scholars – a program of Beyond Type 1. Up to $5,000. Requirements: incoming freshmen with T1D, US citizens or permanent residents. accredited two-year community college or four year university, college, technical, or trade school. recognizes students

who have high

THE HISTORY OF TYPE 1: WHERE WE'VE BEEN AND WHERE WE'RE GOINGSEE MORE

ON BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Contact your school’s Office of Disability Services. As a student with T1D, you have a right to accommodations. As soon as you make your decision, contact your college’s Office of Disability Services to see what services they offer. Many colleges require that you provide a letter from your doctor that includes your T1D diagnosis and a HEALTH INSURANCE HURDLES 101: INSULIN + DIABETES SUPPLIES If you find that your diabetes-related quality of life has diminished due to the change in insulin, first call your doctor to determine next steps for your health. Make a care plan you can stick with to keep yourself healthy. If the insulin is the issue, they can identify that and work with you to appeal your insurance. Appeal to your insurance. T1D & AUTOIMMUNE ARTHRITIS WHEN SHOULD YOU *ACTUALLY* USE GLUCAGON? What I now know is that glucagon can be used in any instance of a severe low blood sugar, also called severe hypoglycemia. A severe low is defined as any low that results in an inability to function physically or mentally. There is no rule, despite many people’s understanding, that someone should already be unconscious before using

glucagon.

Q&A WITH T1D MUSICIAN AUSTIN JAMES Q&A with T1D Musician Austin James. Austin James is a FreeStyle Libre Ambassador and this content was made possible with support from Abbott Diabetes Care. Austin James is a multi-instrumentalist from Hartford, Connecticut whose music blends folk, rock, and soul to create a new genre-bending sound. He recently sat down with Beyond Type 1 to HOME ABOUTPROGRAMSBOARD OF DIRECTORSTHE TEAMLEADERSHIP COUNCILPRESS Beyond Type 1 is the largest diabetes org online, funding advocacy, education and cure research. Find industry news, inspirational stories and practical help. Join the 1M+ strong community and discover what it means to #LiveBeyond a diabetes diagnosis. DIABETES + COVID VACCINES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWSEE MORE ON

BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

PREGNANCY - BEYOND TYPE 1 The Type 1 Diabetes Think Tank Network has created a Type 1 Diabetes & Pregnancy Web Series to address questions from women with Type 1 looking to get pregnant and have a healthy delivery. Consulting experts in the field, Host Deanna Palazzo, walks us NATIONAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PEOPLE WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Here’s a list of US scholarships and eligibility requirements. Diabetes Scholars – a program of Beyond Type 1. Up to $5,000. Requirements: incoming freshmen with T1D, US citizens or permanent residents. accredited two-year community college or four year university, college, technical, or trade school. recognizes students

who have high

THE HISTORY OF TYPE 1: WHERE WE'VE BEEN AND WHERE WE'RE GOINGSEE MORE

ON BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Contact your school’s Office of Disability Services. As a student with T1D, you have a right to accommodations. As soon as you make your decision, contact your college’s Office of Disability Services to see what services they offer. Many colleges require that you provide a letter from your doctor that includes your T1D diagnosis and a HEALTH INSURANCE HURDLES 101: INSULIN + DIABETES SUPPLIES If you find that your diabetes-related quality of life has diminished due to the change in insulin, first call your doctor to determine next steps for your health. Make a care plan you can stick with to keep yourself healthy. If the insulin is the issue, they can identify that and work with you to appeal your insurance. Appeal to your insurance. T1D & AUTOIMMUNE ARTHRITIS WHEN SHOULD YOU *ACTUALLY* USE GLUCAGON? What I now know is that glucagon can be used in any instance of a severe low blood sugar, also called severe hypoglycemia. A severe low is defined as any low that results in an inability to function physically or mentally. There is no rule, despite many people’s understanding, that someone should already be unconscious before using

glucagon.

Q&A WITH T1D MUSICIAN AUSTIN JAMES Q&A with T1D Musician Austin James. Austin James is a FreeStyle Libre Ambassador and this content was made possible with support from Abbott Diabetes Care. Austin James is a multi-instrumentalist from Hartford, Connecticut whose music blends folk, rock, and soul to create a new genre-bending sound. He recently sat down with Beyond Type 1 to TYPE 1 DIABETES STATISTICS People with Type 1 make up 0.2-0.3% of those with diabetes in Spain. The rate of incidence of Type 1 ranges from 9.5-16 per 100,000 children ages 0-14. The rate of incidence increases among the male population older than 15 years old. Nationwide, the rate of incidence

of

THE HISTORY OF TYPE 1: WHERE WE'VE BEEN AND WHERE WE'RE GOING 2010. An episode of The Blacklist utilized T1D technology onscreen on a whole new level. After a girl is abducted, the government is able to track her whereabouts using her Medtronic insulin pump’s Bluetooth capabilities as a GPS. Sure, it was a little far fetched, but creative, nonetheless!

DIABETES CAMP

Diabetes Camp. Camp is bonfires and storytelling, sleeping bags and star gazing. It’s hiking and swimming, noisy mess halls and dirty sneakers. It’s about building forts and forging friendships, growing up and gaining independence. For youth with Type 1, it’s especially helpful in teaching confidence and the freedom that comes with

self-care.

T1D COLLEGE ACCOMMODATIONS Register for Accommodations. Many newly enrolled college students with T1D are not even aware that they are eligible to register with their Disabilities Services office to receive certain accommodations that may prove to be very helpful throughout their years in college. Registering for disability can help avoid potential T1D issues that

can

OMNIPOD 5 PIVOTAL TRIAL DATA RELEASED On June 7, study data of a multicenter trial from the highly-anticipated Omnipod 5, an automated insulin dosing (AID) system, also commonly referred to as a hybrid closed loop (HCL) or artificial pancreas (AP), were published online in Diabetes Care. The results are from the pivotal trial, phase III of a clinical trial in a multi-year process of clinical research that is intended to US HEALTHCARE SYSTEM GLOSSARY The US healthcare system is complex and can be incredibly difficult to navigate. The glossary below is meant to help clarify some of the many elements of navigating healthcare that most affect someone living with Type 1 diabetes. For further help choosing the best health insurance for you, consult the Health Insurance Guide. T1D & AUTOIMMUNE ARTHRITIS Editor’s Note: This content has been verified by Marina Basina, MD, a Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford University. She’s a clinical endocrinologist and researcher with a focus on diabetes management and diabetes technology. Dr. Basina is an active member of multiple medical advisory boards and community diabetes organizations, and she is on the Beyond Type 1 Science Advisory Council. DIABETES AND THE KETOGENIC DIET So a ketogenic diet is one that is high in fat and very low in carbohydrates, resulting in the production of ketones to be used for fuel instead of glucose. The word “keto” often has negative associations for people living with diabetes, especially Type 1. DKA, diabetic ketoacidosis, is a life-threatening condition arising when

the body

THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON AFRICAN-AMERICANS Think the coronavirus is the “great equalizer”? Think again. New data on the deaths from coronavirus shows the pandemic is impacting communities of color, specifically African-Americans, at disproportionate rates. African-Americans and other minorities are more likely to have underlying conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and asthma, which contribute to the ADDISON'S DISEASE WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES: SCHMIDT SYNDROME Addison’s disease, sometimes called adrenal insufficiency, occurs when your adrenal glands do not produce enough of of the hormone(s) cortisol and often aldosterone. The combination of Addison’s disease and Type 1 diabetes is known as Schmidt syndrome. Read more about Schmidt syndrome here. HOME ABOUTPROGRAMSBOARD OF DIRECTORSTHE TEAMLEADERSHIP COUNCILPRESS Beyond Type 1 is the largest diabetes org online, funding advocacy, education and cure research. Find industry news, inspirational stories and practical help. Join the 1M+ strong community and discover what it means to #LiveBeyond a diabetes diagnosis. DIABETES + COVID VACCINES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWSEE MORE ON

BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

PREGNANCY - BEYOND TYPE 1 The Type 1 Diabetes Think Tank Network has created a Type 1 Diabetes & Pregnancy Web Series to address questions from women with Type 1 looking to get pregnant and have a healthy delivery. Consulting experts in the field, Host Deanna Palazzo, walks us NATIONAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PEOPLE WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Here’s a list of US scholarships and eligibility requirements. Diabetes Scholars – a program of Beyond Type 1. Up to $5,000. Requirements: incoming freshmen with T1D, US citizens or permanent residents. accredited two-year community college or four year university, college, technical, or trade school. recognizes students

who have high

THE HISTORY OF TYPE 1: WHERE WE'VE BEEN AND WHERE WE'RE GOINGSEE MORE

ON BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Contact your school’s Office of Disability Services. As a student with T1D, you have a right to accommodations. As soon as you make your decision, contact your college’s Office of Disability Services to see what services they offer. Many colleges require that you provide a letter from your doctor that includes your T1D diagnosis and a HEALTH INSURANCE HURDLES 101: INSULIN + DIABETES SUPPLIES If you find that your diabetes-related quality of life has diminished due to the change in insulin, first call your doctor to determine next steps for your health. Make a care plan you can stick with to keep yourself healthy. If the insulin is the issue, they can identify that and work with you to appeal your insurance. Appeal to your insurance. T1D & AUTOIMMUNE ARTHRITIS WHEN SHOULD YOU *ACTUALLY* USE GLUCAGON? What I now know is that glucagon can be used in any instance of a severe low blood sugar, also called severe hypoglycemia. A severe low is defined as any low that results in an inability to function physically or mentally. There is no rule, despite many people’s understanding, that someone should already be unconscious before using

glucagon.

Q&A WITH T1D MUSICIAN AUSTIN JAMES Q&A with T1D Musician Austin James. Austin James is a FreeStyle Libre Ambassador and this content was made possible with support from Abbott Diabetes Care. Austin James is a multi-instrumentalist from Hartford, Connecticut whose music blends folk, rock, and soul to create a new genre-bending sound. He recently sat down with Beyond Type 1 to HOME ABOUTPROGRAMSBOARD OF DIRECTORSTHE TEAMLEADERSHIP COUNCILPRESS Beyond Type 1 is the largest diabetes org online, funding advocacy, education and cure research. Find industry news, inspirational stories and practical help. Join the 1M+ strong community and discover what it means to #LiveBeyond a diabetes diagnosis. DIABETES + COVID VACCINES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWSEE MORE ON

BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

PREGNANCY - BEYOND TYPE 1 The Type 1 Diabetes Think Tank Network has created a Type 1 Diabetes & Pregnancy Web Series to address questions from women with Type 1 looking to get pregnant and have a healthy delivery. Consulting experts in the field, Host Deanna Palazzo, walks us NATIONAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PEOPLE WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Here’s a list of US scholarships and eligibility requirements. Diabetes Scholars – a program of Beyond Type 1. Up to $5,000. Requirements: incoming freshmen with T1D, US citizens or permanent residents. accredited two-year community college or four year university, college, technical, or trade school. recognizes students

who have high

THE HISTORY OF TYPE 1: WHERE WE'VE BEEN AND WHERE WE'RE GOINGSEE MORE

ON BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Contact your school’s Office of Disability Services. As a student with T1D, you have a right to accommodations. As soon as you make your decision, contact your college’s Office of Disability Services to see what services they offer. Many colleges require that you provide a letter from your doctor that includes your T1D diagnosis and a HEALTH INSURANCE HURDLES 101: INSULIN + DIABETES SUPPLIES If you find that your diabetes-related quality of life has diminished due to the change in insulin, first call your doctor to determine next steps for your health. Make a care plan you can stick with to keep yourself healthy. If the insulin is the issue, they can identify that and work with you to appeal your insurance. Appeal to your insurance. T1D & AUTOIMMUNE ARTHRITIS WHEN SHOULD YOU *ACTUALLY* USE GLUCAGON? What I now know is that glucagon can be used in any instance of a severe low blood sugar, also called severe hypoglycemia. A severe low is defined as any low that results in an inability to function physically or mentally. There is no rule, despite many people’s understanding, that someone should already be unconscious before using

glucagon.

Q&A WITH T1D MUSICIAN AUSTIN JAMES Q&A with T1D Musician Austin James. Austin James is a FreeStyle Libre Ambassador and this content was made possible with support from Abbott Diabetes Care. Austin James is a multi-instrumentalist from Hartford, Connecticut whose music blends folk, rock, and soul to create a new genre-bending sound. He recently sat down with Beyond Type 1 to TYPE 1 DIABETES STATISTICS People with Type 1 make up 0.2-0.3% of those with diabetes in Spain. The rate of incidence of Type 1 ranges from 9.5-16 per 100,000 children ages 0-14. The rate of incidence increases among the male population older than 15 years old. Nationwide, the rate of incidence

of

THE HISTORY OF TYPE 1: WHERE WE'VE BEEN AND WHERE WE'RE GOING 2010. An episode of The Blacklist utilized T1D technology onscreen on a whole new level. After a girl is abducted, the government is able to track her whereabouts using her Medtronic insulin pump’s Bluetooth capabilities as a GPS. Sure, it was a little far fetched, but creative, nonetheless!

DIABETES CAMP

Diabetes Camp. Camp is bonfires and storytelling, sleeping bags and star gazing. It’s hiking and swimming, noisy mess halls and dirty sneakers. It’s about building forts and forging friendships, growing up and gaining independence. For youth with Type 1, it’s especially helpful in teaching confidence and the freedom that comes with

self-care.

T1D COLLEGE ACCOMMODATIONS Register for Accommodations. Many newly enrolled college students with T1D are not even aware that they are eligible to register with their Disabilities Services office to receive certain accommodations that may prove to be very helpful throughout their years in college. Registering for disability can help avoid potential T1D issues that

can

OMNIPOD 5 PIVOTAL TRIAL DATA RELEASED On June 7, study data of a multicenter trial from the highly-anticipated Omnipod 5, an automated insulin dosing (AID) system, also commonly referred to as a hybrid closed loop (HCL) or artificial pancreas (AP), were published online in Diabetes Care. The results are from the pivotal trial, phase III of a clinical trial in a multi-year process of clinical research that is intended to US HEALTHCARE SYSTEM GLOSSARY The US healthcare system is complex and can be incredibly difficult to navigate. The glossary below is meant to help clarify some of the many elements of navigating healthcare that most affect someone living with Type 1 diabetes. For further help choosing the best health insurance for you, consult the Health Insurance Guide. T1D & AUTOIMMUNE ARTHRITIS Editor’s Note: This content has been verified by Marina Basina, MD, a Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford University. She’s a clinical endocrinologist and researcher with a focus on diabetes management and diabetes technology. Dr. Basina is an active member of multiple medical advisory boards and community diabetes organizations, and she is on the Beyond Type 1 Science Advisory Council. DIABETES AND THE KETOGENIC DIET So a ketogenic diet is one that is high in fat and very low in carbohydrates, resulting in the production of ketones to be used for fuel instead of glucose. The word “keto” often has negative associations for people living with diabetes, especially Type 1. DKA, diabetic ketoacidosis, is a life-threatening condition arising when

the body

THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON AFRICAN-AMERICANS Think the coronavirus is the “great equalizer”? Think again. New data on the deaths from coronavirus shows the pandemic is impacting communities of color, specifically African-Americans, at disproportionate rates. African-Americans and other minorities are more likely to have underlying conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and asthma, which contribute to the ADDISON'S DISEASE WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES: SCHMIDT SYNDROME Addison’s disease, sometimes called adrenal insufficiency, occurs when your adrenal glands do not produce enough of of the hormone(s) cortisol and often aldosterone. The combination of Addison’s disease and Type 1 diabetes is known as Schmidt syndrome. Read more about Schmidt syndrome here. HOME ABOUTPROGRAMSBOARD OF DIRECTORSTHE TEAMLEADERSHIP COUNCILPRESS Beyond Type 1 is the largest diabetes org online, funding advocacy, education and cure research. Find industry news, inspirational stories and practical help. Join the 1M+ strong community and discover what it means to #LiveBeyond a diabetes diagnosis. DIABETES + COVID VACCINES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWSEE MORE ON

BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

PREGNANCY - BEYOND TYPE 1 The Type 1 Diabetes Think Tank Network has created a Type 1 Diabetes & Pregnancy Web Series to address questions from women with Type 1 looking to get pregnant and have a healthy delivery. Consulting experts in the field, Host Deanna Palazzo, walks us NATIONAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PEOPLE WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Here’s a list of US scholarships and eligibility requirements. Diabetes Scholars – a program of Beyond Type 1. Up to $5,000. Requirements: incoming freshmen with T1D, US citizens or permanent residents. accredited two-year community college or four year university, college, technical, or trade school. recognizes students

who have high

THE HISTORY OF TYPE 1: WHERE WE'VE BEEN AND WHERE WE'RE GOINGSEE MORE

ON BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Contact your school’s Office of Disability Services. As a student with T1D, you have a right to accommodations. As soon as you make your decision, contact your college’s Office of Disability Services to see what services they offer. Many colleges require that you provide a letter from your doctor that includes your T1D diagnosis and a HEALTH INSURANCE HURDLES 101: INSULIN + DIABETES SUPPLIES If you find that your diabetes-related quality of life has diminished due to the change in insulin, first call your doctor to determine next steps for your health. Make a care plan you can stick with to keep yourself healthy. If the insulin is the issue, they can identify that and work with you to appeal your insurance. Appeal to your insurance. T1D & AUTOIMMUNE ARTHRITIS WHEN SHOULD YOU *ACTUALLY* USE GLUCAGON? What I now know is that glucagon can be used in any instance of a severe low blood sugar, also called severe hypoglycemia. A severe low is defined as any low that results in an inability to function physically or mentally. There is no rule, despite many people’s understanding, that someone should already be unconscious before using

glucagon.

Q&A WITH T1D MUSICIAN AUSTIN JAMES Q&A with T1D Musician Austin James. Austin James is a FreeStyle Libre Ambassador and this content was made possible with support from Abbott Diabetes Care. Austin James is a multi-instrumentalist from Hartford, Connecticut whose music blends folk, rock, and soul to create a new genre-bending sound. He recently sat down with Beyond Type 1 to HOME ABOUTPROGRAMSBOARD OF DIRECTORSTHE TEAMLEADERSHIP COUNCILPRESS Beyond Type 1 is the largest diabetes org online, funding advocacy, education and cure research. Find industry news, inspirational stories and practical help. Join the 1M+ strong community and discover what it means to #LiveBeyond a diabetes diagnosis. DIABETES + COVID VACCINES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWSEE MORE ON

BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

PREGNANCY - BEYOND TYPE 1 The Type 1 Diabetes Think Tank Network has created a Type 1 Diabetes & Pregnancy Web Series to address questions from women with Type 1 looking to get pregnant and have a healthy delivery. Consulting experts in the field, Host Deanna Palazzo, walks us NATIONAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PEOPLE WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Here’s a list of US scholarships and eligibility requirements. Diabetes Scholars – a program of Beyond Type 1. Up to $5,000. Requirements: incoming freshmen with T1D, US citizens or permanent residents. accredited two-year community college or four year university, college, technical, or trade school. recognizes students

who have high

THE HISTORY OF TYPE 1: WHERE WE'VE BEEN AND WHERE WE'RE GOINGSEE MORE

ON BEYONDTYPE1.ORG

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES Contact your school’s Office of Disability Services. As a student with T1D, you have a right to accommodations. As soon as you make your decision, contact your college’s Office of Disability Services to see what services they offer. Many colleges require that you provide a letter from your doctor that includes your T1D diagnosis and a HEALTH INSURANCE HURDLES 101: INSULIN + DIABETES SUPPLIES If you find that your diabetes-related quality of life has diminished due to the change in insulin, first call your doctor to determine next steps for your health. Make a care plan you can stick with to keep yourself healthy. If the insulin is the issue, they can identify that and work with you to appeal your insurance. Appeal to your insurance. T1D & AUTOIMMUNE ARTHRITIS WHEN SHOULD YOU *ACTUALLY* USE GLUCAGON? What I now know is that glucagon can be used in any instance of a severe low blood sugar, also called severe hypoglycemia. A severe low is defined as any low that results in an inability to function physically or mentally. There is no rule, despite many people’s understanding, that someone should already be unconscious before using

glucagon.

Q&A WITH T1D MUSICIAN AUSTIN JAMES Q&A with T1D Musician Austin James. Austin James is a FreeStyle Libre Ambassador and this content was made possible with support from Abbott Diabetes Care. Austin James is a multi-instrumentalist from Hartford, Connecticut whose music blends folk, rock, and soul to create a new genre-bending sound. He recently sat down with Beyond Type 1 to TYPE 1 DIABETES STATISTICS People with Type 1 make up 0.2-0.3% of those with diabetes in Spain. The rate of incidence of Type 1 ranges from 9.5-16 per 100,000 children ages 0-14. The rate of incidence increases among the male population older than 15 years old. Nationwide, the rate of incidence

of

THE HISTORY OF TYPE 1: WHERE WE'VE BEEN AND WHERE WE'RE GOING 2010. An episode of The Blacklist utilized T1D technology onscreen on a whole new level. After a girl is abducted, the government is able to track her whereabouts using her Medtronic insulin pump’s Bluetooth capabilities as a GPS. Sure, it was a little far fetched, but creative, nonetheless!

DIABETES CAMP

Diabetes Camp. Camp is bonfires and storytelling, sleeping bags and star gazing. It’s hiking and swimming, noisy mess halls and dirty sneakers. It’s about building forts and forging friendships, growing up and gaining independence. For youth with Type 1, it’s especially helpful in teaching confidence and the freedom that comes with

self-care.

T1D COLLEGE ACCOMMODATIONS Register for Accommodations. Many newly enrolled college students with T1D are not even aware that they are eligible to register with their Disabilities Services office to receive certain accommodations that may prove to be very helpful throughout their years in college. Registering for disability can help avoid potential T1D issues that

can

OMNIPOD 5 PIVOTAL TRIAL DATA RELEASED On June 7, study data of a multicenter trial from the highly-anticipated Omnipod 5, an automated insulin dosing (AID) system, also commonly referred to as a hybrid closed loop (HCL) or artificial pancreas (AP), were published online in Diabetes Care. The results are from the pivotal trial, phase III of a clinical trial in a multi-year process of clinical research that is intended to US HEALTHCARE SYSTEM GLOSSARY The US healthcare system is complex and can be incredibly difficult to navigate. The glossary below is meant to help clarify some of the many elements of navigating healthcare that most affect someone living with Type 1 diabetes. For further help choosing the best health insurance for you, consult the Health Insurance Guide. T1D & AUTOIMMUNE ARTHRITIS Editor’s Note: This content has been verified by Marina Basina, MD, a Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford University. She’s a clinical endocrinologist and researcher with a focus on diabetes management and diabetes technology. Dr. Basina is an active member of multiple medical advisory boards and community diabetes organizations, and she is on the Beyond Type 1 Science Advisory Council. DIABETES AND THE KETOGENIC DIET So a ketogenic diet is one that is high in fat and very low in carbohydrates, resulting in the production of ketones to be used for fuel instead of glucose. The word “keto” often has negative associations for people living with diabetes, especially Type 1. DKA, diabetic ketoacidosis, is a life-threatening condition arising when

the body

THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON AFRICAN-AMERICANS Think the coronavirus is the “great equalizer”? Think again. New data on the deaths from coronavirus shows the pandemic is impacting communities of color, specifically African-Americans, at disproportionate rates. African-Americans and other minorities are more likely to have underlying conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and asthma, which contribute to the ADDISON'S DISEASE WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES: SCHMIDT SYNDROME Addison’s disease, sometimes called adrenal insufficiency, occurs when your adrenal glands do not produce enough of of the hormone(s) cortisol and often aldosterone. The combination of Addison’s disease and Type 1 diabetes is known as Schmidt syndrome. Read more about Schmidt syndrome here.

__

* DONATE

* ABOUT

* ABOUT BEYOND TYPE 1

* OUR STORY

* BOARD OF DIRECTORS

* THE TEAM

* LEADERSHIP COUNCIL

* PORTFOLIO

* PRESS

* CONTACT

* CAREERS

* DIABETES

* ALL ABOUT DIABETES

* TYPE 1 INFO

* TYPE 2 INFO

* FORMS OF DIABETES

* NEWLY DIAGNOSED

* DIABETES MANAGEMENT * AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES

* PREGNANCY

* RESOURCES

* DIABETES MANAGEMENTThe ultimate collection of resources * UNDERSTANDING T1DGuides for teaching others about Type 1 diabetes * EXERCISEFrom basics to ultras + everything in between * FOODNew diets, recipes and how food affects you * MENTAL HEALTHSupport for burnout, depression and anxiety * SEX, DRUGS + ROCK&ROLLLet’s talk about it * SCHOOLResources for all grade levels * TRAVEL + ADVENTUREHacks + stories for living beyond * DOWNLOADABLESPosters, diaversary GIFs, fact cards, banners + logos

* STORIES

* DIABETES NEWS

Get the hottest diabetes industry news

* TYPE 1 STORIES

Real life accounts from the community * CELEBRITIES WITH TYPE 1 They’re just like us * PREVIOUSLY HEALTHY The story of one child’s preventable death

* PROGRAMS

* DKA CAMPAIGN

International T1D awareness initiative

* SNAIL MAIL CLUB

A global pen pal program for kids + teens

* JERRY THE BEAR

The T1D tech teddy

* SAFESITTINGS

Diabetes Babysitting Service

* NYC MARATHON TEAM

All Type 1s training to run 26.2

* TYPE ONE RUN

Global running groups

* BIKE BEYOND

All Type 1 team biking the US

* JESSE WAS HERE

For those navigating life after a Type 1 death

* DIABETES SCHOLARS

College scholarships for T1Ds

* TUDIABETES

Online community in English * SCHOOL PRESENTATIONS Educate your classmates

* ACCESS

Perspectives + resources

* CURE

Supporting innovative research + the path to a cure

*

__

FabianHeader

Pro Basketball Player Fabian Bleck Talks T1D BT1-HEADER-PLAYLIST-T1D-HITS BTR-MARATHON-STUDY-HEADER BT1-HEADER-GET-INSULIN

*

Previous

Next

* Go to slide 1

* Go to slide 2

* Go to slide 3

* Go to slide 4

OVER 1 MILLION PEOPLE LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. DO YOU?

15+

PROGRAMS

2M+

COMMUNITY MEMBERS

150+

COUNTRIES

DIVE INTO OVER 1000 PERSONAL STORIES WRITTEN BY REAL PEOPLE WITH TYPE 1

*

*

__

LIKE US

on facebook

__

FOLLOW US

on twitter

__

FOLLOW US

on instagram

__

SIGN UP

for our newsletter

*

* ABOUT

* DONATE

* SHOP THE DROP

* TERMS OF USE

* CONTACT

*

EXPLORE THE BEYOND TYPE 1 NETWORK

* BEYOND TYPE 1

* BEYOND TYPE 1

en espanol

* BEYOND TYPE 2

* BEYOND TYPE 2

en espanol

* tuDIABETES

* estuDIABETES

* DIABETES

scholars

* JESSE

WAS HERE

* type one

RUN

* SAFESITTINGS