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A type 1 diagnosis put Chris's solo flights on hold — but he's taken off again thanks to diabetes tech.

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Volunteer Spotlight - December 2023 - Lea Carson

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Mel & Gregor's Story: the pump would alleviate some of the burdens of daily injections

Initially, after my son Gregor's diagnosis, we had to navigate the complexities of the diabetes management regime.

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Volunteer spotlight – July 2023 – Siddharth Bhattacharyya

A career in diabetes Sid has worked as a Diabetes Dietitian for almost 4 years.

Sarah’s story: A research volunteer trying to help others living with diabetes

Sarah was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes aged 21 and is receiving treatment for multiple health complications.

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Jim's story: It's frustrating to know that the technology is available to others, but I have to wait for it

The journey of living with type one diabetes has been quite an experience for me.

Katie's Story: Becoming a Young Leader to help other young people navigate type 1 diabetes

When Katie Smith met a former work colleague and discovered that they both live with type 1 diabetes she felt a weight fall off her shoulders.

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In this image, SALLY is pictured posing towards camera. The picture is framed from head to just below their shoulders. They are a drag artist, with bright blonde hair down to their shoulders. They are wearing pale blue crinkled gloves up to their biceps, with a matching head piece. They are also wearing a jewel necklace, with 6 rows of different jewels. They have hoop gold earrings that read 'babygirl' inside.

SALLY's Story: “Telling people I had diabetes felt a lot like coming out."

SALLY, a drag artist from the north-east of England, has lived with type 1 diabetes for over 10 years.

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Kayleigh’s story: Speaking out to help other younger people with type 2 diabetes

Kayleigh was diagnosed with prediabetes at 19, then type 2 diabetes aged 23.

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Young leader spotlight - Aimee Burns

Aimee, 22 was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes one week before her 13th birthday - and her view of what life as a teenager would be like changed overnight.

Gemma's story: You are not alone; this is not something that can hinder or hold you back

Bangor woman, Gemma Bell-Gibson shares her experience of living with type 1 diabetes and the journey she has been on since diagnosis over a decade ago.

Sam’s story: My type 2 diagnosis came as a complete surprise

Sam was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes nine years ago, aged 41.