I've been reading some research on a guest speaker coming to Washington, DC, on March 1, 2010, for our JDRF capitol chapter research update. Dr. Eli Lewis, from Ben-Gurion University in Israel, will be in DC to discuss his breakthrough research for Islet Cell Transplantation.
What researchers know is that transplanted human islet... Read more
Just five days after JDRF announced it's partnership with Animas to develop the Artificial Pancreas, another announcement was made on a partnership with Becton, Dickinson and Company, also known as BD, to develop microneedles.
Everyone living with type 1 diabetes requires a needle for the delivery of insulin. Some people use pens... Read more
Every day, hundreds of articles are printed, or published online offering advice, insight or breaking news on Nick Jonas' type 1 diabetes. Surfing for diabetes news can lead to a frustrating and hurtful experience! Recently, a couple of parents saw an article that took the wind out of their sails and have asked me to respond.... Read more
A few years ago, I called a health insurance agent about getting coverage. He asked me if I was in good health and I replied with a resounding, "Yes!" He then asked if I had any health conditions and I said, "No, but I have diabetes!" He quickly replied, "Your out of luck in the state of VA!"
What? I've never been turned down... Read more
On Wednesday, January 13, 2010, JDRF announced a partnership with Animas Corporation to develop an automated insulin delivery system. The Artificial Pancreas Project is currently in phase 2 human trials.
The collaboration between JDRF and Animas will provide the funding and technology advancement in developing an automated... Read more
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