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Makaila was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at only 16 months old. She grew up and later worked at several diabetes camps including Camp Leo, Gales Creek, and DYF. Now, she is a student at UC Berkeley working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Global Studies and Public Policy. Makaila is a fan of soup, public radio, and live music.
![](https://scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-15/sh0.08/e35/s640x640/106547777_609969216592117_3841267757757266919_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com&_nc_cat=101&_nc_ohc=dhZSJJYOjNQAX9OoE_Y&oh=b265bd4f5ca64be9a537f8ca842cda9a&oe=5F2C0884 "\\"I live not thinking of Type 1 as an obstacle or setback, but as something that can push me to be better in every way. This year I ran in my first Backyard Ultra Marathon and lasted 11 hours (73.7kms). My Type 1 was the least of my worries as I\'d put in the hard work and trusted myself and my body. We can actually do anything.\\"
- Mark (@markspeakswords)")
