Liz Cambron-Kopco, PhD, Content Manager

 2021-06-14

Liz has been living with type 2 diabetes since 2014, but grew up surrounded by it as a first-generation Mexican-American. With a bug for research, Liz pursued a PhD in molecular biology and spent her early career studying insulin signaling in invertebrates to understand how insects’ tiny little bodies work.

Along with advocating for women and girls in STEM, Liz shares her personal journey with diabetes on her social media platforms to help teach people to become their own advocates. Her passion for advocacy led her to join the Beyond Type 1 team. When she’s not advocating, Liz enjoys hiking with her husband and their terrier/schnauzer mixed pup Burberry.

 

Written by Liz

Grace’s Story: Life with Down Syndrome + Type 1 Diabetes


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Benefits of Using a Dexcom G7 CGM During Pregnancy


Managing diabetes during pregnancy can be tough, but Dexcom Chief Operating Officer Jake Leach shares how a CGM can help.MORE

Driving with Diabetes: Guide for Truck + Delivery Drivers


If you’re a delivery or truck driver and recently diagnosed with diabetes, here’s how to continue safely driving with diabetes.MORE

Mark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drugs Makes Diabetes Products More Affordable


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Diabetes Organizations For Underserved Communities


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How a picture prevented a life-threatening emergency room visit


After seeing a friend’s social media post, Kathy saw the signs and got her son diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. MORE

Serena’s Story: 5-Year Misdiagnosis + Living With Diabetic Retinopathy


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Blood-Sugar-Friendly Holiday Swaps + Tips


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This New App is Designed to Make Tracking Your Insulin Easier


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Diabetes Holiday Gift Guide


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Similar Signs, Different Diabetes: When Type 2 is Actually Type 1


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How to Calculate + Use Time-in-Range with a BGM


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Checking Your Blood Sugar: Picking the Right Method


Use this guide to help you pick whether a blood glucose meter or continuous glucose monitor is best for you. MORE

Diabetes Management Platforms 101


No more showing up to doctor appointments empty handed! Diabetes management platforms streamline the process of diabetes data logging, which can save you time and effort in your daily routine. Here’...MORE

CGM Shopping Guide


There are several continuous glucose monitors on the market with unique features. Use this guide to pick the right one for you!MORE

Why I’ll Never Go Back to Pricking My Finger


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Yes, I Have Low Blood Sugars with Type 2 Diabetes


Living with type 2 diabetes has its ups and its downs, including having low blood sugar. We also experience lows!MORE

Mounjaro Allowed Me to Participate More in Life


Mounjaro is a new medication for treating type 2 diabetes. Read the results one patient achieved during clinical trials.MORE

How Insulin Got My Health Where it Needed to Be


Diabetes can be overwhelming, especially when managing day-to-day tasks. Insulin can help improve your quality of life.MORE
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Women + Exercise: It’s Complicated


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Reaching Everyone — Health Disparities in Physical Activity


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Race, Racism, and Diabetes Research


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Overcoming Fear of Insulin Injections


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Mounjaro Shows Multiple Benefits for Type 2 Diabetes Management


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How to Get Over the Fear of Insulin Injections


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Diabetes Game-Changer: A Once-Weekly Insulin


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Mental Health Care for All


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Why Going to Therapy is Giving Yourself the Chance You Deserve


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How to Use LibreView With the FreeStyle Libre CGM

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(Un)doing Diabetes Stigmas and Changing Public Perception


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Troubleshooting 101 for Continuous Glucose Monitors


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FreeStyle Libre 2 Now More Easily Accessible for Military Members Through TRICARE


Military members with TRICARE now have easier access to Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 2 continuous glucose monitor (CGM).MORE

Mental Health Guide for Boys + Men with T1D


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