About Us
In early 2007 we conducted a survey to learn more about the Type 1 diabetes organizations. The results indicated that there were no Type 1 diabetes non-profit organizations in the United States that were effectively serving the interests of all Type 1 diabetics, including children and adults. In addition, we could not locate a single Type 1 diabetes non-profit in the United States that had an active running team or that sponsored running events.
The Type 1 Diabetes Association was founded in 2007 by Jon Strishak, a Type 1 diabetic, and Reina Loyola to address the growing concerns of Type 1 diabetics of all ages that have gone unmet by existing organizations.
The mission of the Association is to improve the quality of life for those living with type 1 diabetes. To fulfill this mission, the Type 1 Diabetes Association seeks to raises awareness of Type 1 diabetes issues, sponsors running events, and provides access to general resources such as information and news, a list and rating system of diabetes specialists, and a networking system whereby Type 1 diabetics can connect with each other. The Association also encourages those living with Type 1 diabetes to maintain a positive attitude, lead a healthy lifestyle and to get involved in the community.
Personal note from Jon Strishak, a Type 1 diabetic since the age of twelve:
Myth: Juvenile diabetes only strikes the young, or "juveniles."
Fact: "Juvenile diabetes" is an outdated term. Type 1 diabetes can strike at any age, from infancy to middle-age and beyond.
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Additional Resources
Articles
Faustman's Strategy to Regrow Insulin Cells
Lactic Acid Is Not Musles' Foe, Its' Fuel
International Community Marks First Ever International Diabetes Day
My Ipod, My Cell, My Insulin Pump
Other Resources
Special Report: Diabetes in America Stress & Diabetes
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