Type 1 Diabetes: Dane’s Story
Dane was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at 9. He took it on and dealt with it, never letting it get in the way of his determination to succeed.
As you prepare to move to an adult diabetes provider, you can get help from a social worker, diabetes educator, nutritionist and nurse practitioner who are experts in transitioning patients out of pediatric care.
Dane was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at 9. He took it on and dealt with it, never letting it get in the way of his determination to succeed.
With treatment and diligent attention to his health, Dillon is able to manage his type 1 diabetes while playing baseball at the highest level.
Ricky was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 7. Now, he’s an exceptional lacrosse player, recruited to play for a Division 1 college team.
In the 14 years since his diagnosis with type 1 diabetes, Joe has learned to embrace his condition. He has positive message for everyone living with diabetes.
In the 10 years since her diagnosis with type 1 diabetes, Ana had learned so much about herself and her accomplishments. She wrote down what this bittersweet, 10-year anniversary means to her.
In New Year’s Day in 2001, Chase Kroll was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Ten years later, he is headed to college. CHOP's Diabetes Center for Children helped him take control of his health.
Meet Emily Ireland. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was 12 years old, Emily never lets her diabetes stop her from doing the things she enjoys.