Month: November 2019
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Islet Transplantation May Have Long-Term Benefits for Type 1 Diabetes.
Islet transplantation is not a new concept, but it is one that scientists are continually trying to refine and improve. A major challenge with this procedure is rejection or destruction […]
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Could Closed-Loop Systems Improve Blood Glucose Management?
One of the latest technologies being tested for managing type 1 diabetes is a closed-loop system. This system uses a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to measure blood glucose levels. When […]
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Arielle Schube World Diabetes Story
My story began during the summer of 2016, the summer before my freshman year of high school. In July, I went to camp for three weeks in San Bernardino, California. […]
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The Story of a Combat Veteran Making a Difference in the T1D Community – Naithen Schirmer
Today is a day we honor all veterans and give thanks for their sacrifice. As a combat veteran, I know firsthand the sacrifices made daily by those who serve or […]
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Improved Transplantation of Islet Organoids May Support Type 1 Diabetes Treatment
One approach to treating type 1 diabetes is transplanting insulin-producing beta cells into the body, or cells that can develop to perform this function. However, there are still many challenges […]