Discuss Diabetes Blog

Fostering Independence in a Child Living with Diabetes

Laura Kolodjeski — Wed, 05 Mar 2014 10:00:33 +0000

As the parent of a college student living with type 1 diabetes, d-dad John Crowley offers insight into how he helped instill independence in his son at a young age, and how he’s helping him transition into living with diabetes as a young adult.

March 2014 Events Round-Up

Laura Kolodjeski — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 10:00:24 +0000

Here’s a list of this month’s diabetes-related events. Know of any upcoming events? Feel free to submit them using the link at the bottom of the calendar widget, and we’ll review them and do our best to get them on the calendar.

Nolan Crosson Tackles College with Diabetes

Laura Kolodjeski — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 10:00:59 +0000

When we last talked to Nolan Crosson, a teenager living with type 1 diabetes, he was a top high school lacrosse player. Two years later, Nolan is back to share some tips on transitioning into life with diabetes in college – and something he would do differently.

Rachel Scott: A Foundation of Diabetes Support

Laura Kolodjeski — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 10:00:17 +0000

From family to diabetes camp to school, read how blogger Rachel Scott finds and offers support for life with type 1 diabetes.

Denise Elliott Finds Inspiration and Results in Project Me

Laura Kolodjeski — Thu, 20 Feb 2014 10:00:57 +0000

2013 was the year of Project Me for Denise Elliott, who lives with type 2 diabetes. Read how she used project management techniques to address health goals and how she stayed motivated throughout the process.

A Medalist’s Tale: Bill Pittman’s 75 Years with Type 1 Diabetes

Laura Kolodjeski — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 10:00:42 +0000

Wrapping up our series on the Joslin Diabetes Center Medalist Program, 75-Year Medalist Bill Pittman shares what it was like growing up with type 1 diabetes in the 1940s and ‘50s, and how he’s found support through the years.

Raising Diabetes Awareness: An Endeavor Close to Mike McDonell’s Heart

Laura Kolodjeski — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 10:00:27 +0000

When Mike McDonell’s wife was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, he dedicated himself to learning about diabetes and to help raise awareness and funds for diabetes research. We hope you’ll fall in love with the unique ways he shows his support for her.

A Medalist’s Tale: Prudence Barry is Ready to say yes to fun

Laura Kolodjeski — Tue, 11 Feb 2014 10:00:56 +0000

As part of our series on the Joslin Diabetes Center Medalist Program, 50-Year Medalist Prudence Barry shares her experiences working as a librarian and braillist, how she’s kept a positive attitude through the years, and how she’s always ready to say yes to fun.

The Joslin Medalist Program: A Rewarding History

Laura Kolodjeski — Wed, 05 Feb 2014 10:00:14 +0000

Hear from Stephanie Hastings, Co-coordinator of the Joslin Diabetes Center 50-Year Medalist Study, about the history of the Joslin Medalist Program, and how those living with insulin-dependent diabetes may apply to participate.

February 2014 Events Round-Up

Laura Kolodjeski — Mon, 03 Feb 2014 10:00:18 +0000