Our resource hub is home to a wealth of articles, stories and videos about managing and living with type 1 diabetes.
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Our researchers are working on different ways to develop a cure for type 1 diabetes - from growing insulin-producing beta cells in labs to hacking the immune system.
Learn about the technologies that can deliver insulin automatically when needed. And discover the next generation of insulins that are currently being developed.
You could win a cash prize of up to £25,000 when you play the Breakthrough T1D lottery. As well as the chance to win great prizes, you’ll also help fund our research to find a cure for type 1 diabetes.
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The announcement is the biggest treatment breakthrough for type 1 diabetes since the discovery of insulin.
This legendary half marathon sees 60,000 runners take to the streets of Newcastle, crossing the iconic Tyne Bridge and finishing in sunny South Shields.
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Take our free course for schools to learn more about supporting pupils with type 1 diabetes in educational settings.
JDRF has now rebranded to Breakthrough T1D. Our name has changed, our mission has not.
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Our discovery days, events and exhibitions are free to attend and are held across the UK and online. They are a great opportunity to meet others with type 1, find out about the latest research progress, and hear inspirational talks from a range of speakers.
On 12 November 2024 we held an informative virtual event dedicated to discussing how you can advocate for yourself with type 1 diabetes.
This is a recording of our online event that took place in January 2024, covering themes of nutrition, mental health, physical activity and socialising.
As part of the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge in May 2023. we held a virtual symposium of leading experts in novel insulins from around the world.
Life in education can be a little more challenging when you have type 1 diabetes. This event discusses the challenge of managing type 1 diabetes whilst going through education, as we showcase ideas and lived experiences of how to tackle school and college.
Our ‘Virtual Type 1 Diabetes Discovery Event – Mental Health’ discusses the challenge of managing type 1 diabetes and the impact it can have on your mental health. We discuss how to recognise the signs of others struggling with mental health, how you can support loved ones and to showcase coping mechanisms.
Physical activity and movement can affect your blood glucose levels, especially when living with type 1 diabetes. During our ‘Virtual Type 1 Diabetes Discovery Event – Physical Activity, Movement and Type 1’, explore how being active impacts the way we manage type 1 diabetes.
Our ‘Virtual Type 1 Diabetes Discovery Event: Females and Type 1 Diabetes’ will highlight the hormonal variances of how being a female can affect our blood sugar control and that this variation is normal.
We run Type 1 Diabetes Discovery Events across the country, so whether you’re newly-diagnosed or have been living with type 1 diabetes for some time, come to a Discovery Event where you’ll be able to:
Our guides can help provide you with information and support in your journey to living well with type 1 diabetes.
Catch up on our Virtual Discovery Events. Find out about the latest progress in type 1 diabetes research and hear from inspirational speakers living with type 1.
Our resource hub is home to a wealth of information and shared experiences about living with type 1 diabetes.
Getting connected is a great way to learn about type 1 diabetes and get support from people who understand what you’re going through.
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