In this episode of BDI Briefs, I talk with Dr. Bill Polonsky and Dr. Susan Guzman about a new study revealing some exciting news for those of us living with type 1 diabetes.

In this episode of BDI Briefs, I talk with Dr. Bill Polonsky and Dr. Susan Guzman about assessing diabetes distress. They share some history and evolution of the recommended assessment tools for different segments of people with diabetes. We also discussed the Diabetes Distress Assessment & Resource Center, a free and confidential website built to help people with diabetes and clinicians learn more about diabetes distress and provide access to validated scales and measures to assess diabetes distress.

I had the extraordinary opportunity to chat with Stefany Shaheen, the Chief Strategy Officer of Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI) and BioFab USA, about the transformative potential of cell therapies for individuals living with diabetes. Stefany shared her remarkable journey, insights on cell therapies’ current status, approval challenges, and how the diabetes community can contribute to advancing research in this field.

Sharing an AWESOME opportunity for teens with diabetes near Chandler, AZ on Saturday, March 2! The professionals at Radford Racing School are helping JDNL host the upcoming Check B4U Drive – 2024 session – a safe driving clinic for teens with diabetes!

This episode of BDI Briefs explores the emotional side of type 2 diabetes diagnosis with Dr. Polonsky and Dr. Guzman. It is a critical moment that can reverberate for years and set the tone for diabetes management. We emphasize the need for healthcare providers to address the strong negative emotions patients face, encourage hope, and provide resources like the “Don’t Freak Out Booklet” to hopefully create a better diagnosis experience for people with diabetes.

Andy Bell, diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 14, shares his story of resilience, navigating life beyond diabetes to become a personal trainer, JDRF employee, law enforcement officer, black belt in jiu-jitsu, yoga instructor, father, and more. Recently diagnosed with another autoimmune disease, Addison’s, Andy continues to embody determination and hope. Join me to learn more about his fascinating story.