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Spotlight on T1DX-QI: Clinical Leadership Committee - T1D Exchange

Jewels Doskicz — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Imagine a future where everyone with type 1 diabetes (T1D) has access to targeted, connected care — built on measurable principles and shaped by the collective wisdom of diabetes experts nationwide. By leveraging shared insights and actionable, evidence-based practices, this vision is becoming a reality.

Meet the Expert: Advancing Equity, Technology Access, and Connection in Diabetes Care - T1D Exchange

Jewels Doskicz — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Jenise Wong, MD, PhD, is a pediatric endocrinologist at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital in San Francisco, California, and a Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology at the University of California, San Francisco.

SNAQ App Uses AI to Simplify Meals With Type 1 Diabetes

Michael Howerton — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT

About 12 years ago, Aurelian Briner’s then-girlfriend, now his wife, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D). It was a lot to get used to, as neither of them had family members with diabetes. They quickly discovered that meals were one of the most challenging aspects of daily management.

Finding Strength in the Journey: The Unexpected Upside of Living with Type 1 Diabetes - T1D Exchange

Jewels Doskicz — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:15:00 GMT

We recently asked our T1D Exchange Online Community this question: “In what ways has diabetes positively influenced your life?” The honest and inspiring responses reminded us that even in the toughest journeys, there are still bright spots.

What’s Keeping Glucagon Out of Reach for Many with T1D? - T1D Exchange

Jewels Doskicz — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:30:00 GMT

You may assume that for someone living with type 1 diabetes (T1D), keeping life-saving glucagon on hand would be a medical necessity. Yet, for many, it’s not that simple, and it’s why this emergency treatment remains underutilized.

Thinking About Type 1 Diabetes Autoantibody Screening? Here’s What to Consider - T1D Exchange

Jewels Doskicz — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:15:00 GMT

If you or a loved one lives with type 1 diabetes (T1D), you may worry about T1D risk in other family members. Even so, deciding whether to screen for T1D-related autoantibodies can feel complicated. Proactive screening, however, is becoming increasingly common for those at risk — and here’s why.

The Language of Type 1 Diabetes: Why Words Matter - T1D Exchange

Jewels Doskicz — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Language doesn’t just tell a story — it shapes how we think, what we believe, and how we feel about ourselves and the world around us. This is especially true in healthcare, where word choices can reinforce stigma and misconceptions or foster empathy, understanding, and empowerment.

Understanding Time in Range, GMI, and A1C in Type 1 Diabetes - T1D Exchange

Jewels Doskicz — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Move over A1C? Well, not so fast. While we rely more and more on data points from wearable continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to assess and self-manage type 1 diabetes (T1D), A1C testing still has its place.

Out of Insulin? Expert Tips from Diana Isaacs, PharmD - T1D Exchange

Jewels Doskicz — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Picture this: You’re on vacation with your last vial of insulin in hand when — oops — you accidentally drop it, a hotel fridge turns it into a mini ice block overnight, or you simply forgot to pack enough to last the whole trip. Suddenly, you’re without insulin.

Drew Mendelow: Teen Creator of T1D1, a Free Insulin Calculator App for T1D Management - T1D Exchange

Michael Howerton — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:15:00 GMT

Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) at 13, Drew Mendelow turned feeling overwhelmed into action — establishing T1D1, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization with an FDA-cleared, free app to help people with T1D calculate insulin doses with confidence.