Tag: Advocacy

Let’s Stop Talking to Ourselves—We Can Save Lives

How is it with all that modern medicine has to offer, that today a boy can die from Type 1 diabetes while his twin lives? Because Hunter’s diagnosis did not come in time.

The Beyond Type 1 Family Council

Beyond Type 1 is excited to introduce the brand-new Family Council - a group of families all impacted by type 1 diabetes. The Family Council will join Beyond Type 1's Leadership - the addition of...

Advocacy 101

Inspiration alert: we have a story that will get you motivated to become the best diabetes advocate you can be! Check out Cameron Keighron's tips for more.

WATCH: The Wind River Project Documentary

Presenting for the first time: the full documentary! A team of climbers with T1D take one Wyoming's Wind River Range.

No Matter the Cost — The Affordable Insulin Project

DPAC has launched their newest education campaign, The Affordable Insulin Project, which is aimed at helping those with type 1 reduce the cost of their insulin. DPAC co-founder and person with diabet...

Jennifer Stone Reveals Her Diagnosis Story

Actress Jennifer Stone talks about her diagnosis with type 1 diabetes and her decision to join Beyond Type 1's Global Ambassador Council.

I Freaking LOVE My Diabetes!

Having type 1 diabetes has forced me to find the silver linings, not only in the management of my disease, but across all aspects of my life.

Laws that Protect People with Type 1 Diabetes

Federal Legislation has forever changed the way that individuals live with type 1 diabetes and other disabilities. The fight to have governmental involvement in advocacy has been time consuming, and a...

Former Miss Idaho Cycles Entire US

“I don't think young women have permission to love ourselves,” Sierra said during a recent conversation with Beyond Type 1. “And I think girls need a reminder that it's okay to be nice...

My Time in Nairobi

Residents of the slum began to lineup. The clinic was opened and patients were seen. Given the volume of people to be seen there was little time for breaks for the volunteers. Thankfully I had my CGM.

Disney Diabetes Disaster

This was our first cruise. We specifically chose a Disney cruise instead of a competitor because we felt that they would be most accommodating to special needs and medical conditions. I am very sad to...

How I Overcame Bullying

When I was getting bullied I felt very empty and alone, like I was in a world full of normal people but I was the odd one out. Nobody understood what it was like and although I know they tried their b...

No Shame, No Blame, T1D Diagnosis Game

Instead of shame and blame, a mother, caring for a son living with T1D, knows that advocacy, education, and empathy lead to faster diagnosis.

SNL Pisses Off T1D Mama

Why is it acceptable to make fun of a chronic, life threatening disease? This is a picture of my 4 1/2-year-old daughter who has Type 1 diabetes. This is who you made fun of. A defenseless child - the...

Health Insurance – Pulling Back the Veil

One Small Voice can tell data-driven stories to employers, insurers and healthcare providers. I believe more transparent conversations associated with the requirements for the appeal processes and cos...