This National Diabetes Awareness Month, we shared 30 Facts in 30 Days about the T1D Exchange Registry: our comprehensive research study of people with type 1 diabetes in the United States.   

Today, we’re sharing the 3 facts that our community found the most interesting!  

1. Fact #4: The oldest person with T1D in the Registry is 89 years old. 

2. Fact #6: In the Registry:  

  • 49.5% of participants were diagnosed at 12 years old or younger 
  • 13.6% were diagnosed at age 13-17 
  • 25.3% were diagnosed at age 18-35 
  • 8.4% were diagnosed at age 36-55 
  • 2% were diagnosed at 56 years old or older 

3. Fact #13: The 5 most common comorbidities of people in the Registry: 

  • Eye Disease 
  • Cardiovascular Disease 
  • Fungal Infections 
  • Dental Issues 
  • Depression 

Thank you for being part of our community this year!