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Home > News & events > Information events > Breakthrough T1D Technology Discovery Event: West Midlands
Join us on Saturday 18 April 2026 for an exciting in-person event raising awareness of Breakthrough T1D and bringing the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community together.
At the event, you can expect to receive expert advice from local healthcare professionals and the information from Breakthrough T1D on:
You’ll have the chance to ask plenty of questions and connect with others in the T1D community.
Location: West Bromwich Albion Football Club, The Hawthorns, East Stand, Birmingham Road, West Bromwich, B71 4LF. View on Google Maps.
Throughout the day, a variety of speakers will share their lived experiences, professional expertise and the latest research advancements.
Attendees can also explore the Technology Exhibition to interact with the latest devices, seek advice on access issues and address any questions about diabetes technology.
Our discovery days are centered around bringing the T1D community together. So, at this event, we will be running sessions centered on peer support.
During these sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about specific type 1 related topics, share your experiences within them and connect with others who share similar interests.
This is a free* event.
Different ticket options available:
*any donations made at the point of registering are welcome and will help us continue our pioneering work.
Register today!
All floors at the venue are accessible, with public lifts at the main reception. Access to the main reception and to all rooms have no steps. The venue also allows service and support dogs to attend the event. There are disabled toilets on each floor.
If you have any other requirements that you’d like us to be aware of, please let us know by emailing us at outreach@breakthrought1d.org.uk.
Please note that if you have any access needs, we kindly request that you inform us as early as possible, so we have sufficient time to make the necessary arrangements. While we will do our best to accommodate your needs, we cannot guarantee that all requests will be met.
Register for free on Eventbrite
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