T1D Strong

🚀 Say hello to T1D Strong! 🚀 We're a dedicated community united in the battle against #T1D. Our mission is to dispel myths, raise awareness, and provide support for people living with T1D. type1strong.org #diabetes #Type1 #resource

When Mark was first diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) at 35 years old, he wasn’t even told what type of diabetes he had. 🔑 It took Mark 28 years to unlock the truth about his body... Get the full story: bit.ly/43YVbi8 #Type1Strong #MisdiagnosisStory #T2D #T1D

Kerry was admitted to urgent care and diagnosed with T2D but something about her diagnosis didn’t sit right. 3 mos. later, she met an endocrinologist with T1D who confirmed Kerry wasn’t living with T2D at all. 👉 Read more: bit.ly/411tC4M #Type1Strong #T1DStrong

⚽🏃‍♀️ Glucose gels may be especially helpful for athletes with diabetes treating low blood sugar episodes. 👉 Learn more about the value of using glucose gels during physical activity: bit.ly/4jds0fE #Type1Strong #Hypoglycemia #T1Dathletes #T1DStrong

For years, Zorya did everything in her power to manage what doctors told her was type 2 diabetes — only to discover it wasn’t type 2 at all. It was type 1. 😔 👉 Dive into Zorya's story here: bit.ly/4cwzOXu #T1DStrong #Type1Strong #MisdiagnosisStories

Despite Nazak's test results showing she had T2D and her efforts to manage it, her symptoms progressed. After a dangerous trip to the ER, Nazak finally discovered it had been type 1 diabetes (T1D) all along. 👉 Read more: bit.ly/3RtB9oE #T1DStrong #Type1Strong

To treat or not treat a low with candy—that is the question! 🍬🍭 The truth is...not all candies are created equal. 🫢 Get the facts on which are best to treat low blood sugar levels with & why: bit.ly/4jds0fE #Hypoglycemia #Type1Strong #T1DStrong #LowBloodSugarLevels

After years of relentless advocacy, her sister’s support, and a nonprofit stepping in, Justine finally got the diagnosis she needed—it was T1D. But it shouldn’t have taken so long to figure out... 👉 Read more: bit.ly/4jN62k2 #T1DStrong #Type1Strong

Eric was 29 when he received a life-changing phone call from his doctor. Until that moment, he hadn’t given much thought to his health. He felt fine—at least, he thought he did. 👉 Read more: bit.ly/443erLu #T1DStrong #Type1Strong

🍒 Elovate15 benefits people with AND without diabetes. Who would've thought?! 👉 Discover what Type 1 Strong author, Tara Mayo, experienced when she tried Elovate15 to keep her fueled during an endurance run: bit.ly/4jds0fE #Elovate15 #Type1Strong #T1DStrong

It took Mark 28 years, many life challenges, and tests to learn that he was not living with type 1…it was type 2 diabetes (T2D), just as he had suspected. 👉 Read more: bit.ly/4jLHO9K #T1DMisdiagnosisStories #Misdiagnosed #Diabetes #T1D

At 36, Trapper's days were filled with the physical grind of finished carpentry—long hours, heavy lifting, and constant movement. He was beyond exhausted and something wasn't right. Read Trapper's story: bit.ly/3QL3bLR #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #nashville

They're reliable, but they're not always a crowd favorite. 🍓🥴 What do you think is the tastiest AND most effective option to treat lows? 🤔 👉 Learn more about the value of using glucose tablets for lows: bit.ly/4jds0fE #Hypoglycemia #T1DStrong #Type1Strong

Lua endured SEVEN years of dangerously high blood sugar levels and miserable symptoms before she was finally diagnosed properly with type 1 diabetes. Read Lua's story: bit.ly/3QDIzFf #misdiagnosed #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #diabetes

This man endured YEARS of frustration because he was misdiagnosed with type 2 diabetes. This can be prevent with thorough testing. Read more at Type1Strong: bit.ly/3QL3bLR #diabetes #misdiagnosed #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #nashville #countrysinger

Think fast: What’s the best type of sugar to treat a low? Not all carbs are created equal—especially in a blood sugar emergency. Do you know which one works fastest? 🧃 Get the facts + protect yourself: bit.ly/4jds0fE #LowBloodSugar #T1DStrong #Type1Strong

Zorya’s journey with diabetes began in the summer of 2020. For years, Zorya did everything in her power to manage what doctors told her was type 2 diabetes—only to discover it wasn’t type 2 at all. It was type 1. 🗯️ Read more: bit.ly/4cwzOXu #Type1Strong

“Have you been seeing a veterinarian or a doctor?” That’s what Steven Thompson’s doctor asked him when he came in with an A1C of 15 percent. Read more at Type1Strong: bit.ly/41taGMx #misdiagnosis #diabetes

😮🔥‼️ HOT OFF THE PRESS: People with T1D are benefiting from GLP-1s, too, but it might be a little harder to get them prescribed... 👉 Learn more about the use of GLP-1 & GIP/GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in people with T1D: bit.ly/3R72BZ0 #Type1Strong #T1DStrong

🏒Meet the NHL Players with T1D who are inspiring fans on & off the rink: Max Domi 📱 Luke Kunin 🩸 Bobby Clarke 💉 👉 Learn more about their roles in the diabetes community & how they're inspiring future generations at Type1Strong.org. #NHL #Type1Strong #T1DAwareness

Yes, you can develop type 1 diabetes in your 20s! At 25 years old, T’ara was misdiagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Her A1c was at 15%. Her blood sugar was 556 mg/dL. Read more at Type1Strong: bit.ly/4kaF6vz #misdiagnosed #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #inmy20s