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Type 1 Discovery magazine

Type 1 Discovery magazine brings you real-life stories of people living with type 1, in-depth interviews with researchers who are changing lives with their work, and the latest type 1 tech innovations that are helping to improve treatment for many.
Content last reviewed and updated: 06.11.2025

Thanks to the generosity of supporters, scientific breakthroughs are transforming what it means to live with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Our latest edition is filled with inspiring stories and exciting developments.

Inside, you’ll discover:

  • An exclusive interview with Annabel Steadman, Sunday Times bestselling author of the Skandar series, talking about her experience with T1D and her passion for telling inclusive stories.
  • The latest research, including a study showing that an existing drug therapy could slow the progression of T1D and innovations in developing novel insulins, which could make T1D management easier.
  • A deeper dive into the stages of T1D development and how this understanding is helping with early detection.
  • Menopause while living with T1D – Justine shares her story of navigating this stage of her life.
  • Update on teplizumab – the first ever disease-modifying therapy for T1D.

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Type 1 diabetes news

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Breakthrough T1D
2 March 2026

How could ‘cyborg tissue’ help people with type 1 diabetes?

Researchers funded by Breakthrough T1D in America have used small, electrical implant systems in lab-grown, insulin-producing cells.

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Breakthrough T1D
27 February 2026

‘Vital’ NHS T1DE treatment pilot schemes set to end in April

A series of T1DE pilot schemes commissioned by NHS England are at risk of closure due to lack of funding.

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Breakthrough T1D
26 February 2026

New report identifies ‘disconnect’ in specialist diabetes care for adults with mental health problems

The report calls for urgent action to close these gaps and protect vulnerable people from avoidable harm.

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Breakthrough T1D UK's Chris Bright who lives with type 1 in action on the Futsal court pictured immediately after kicking the ball with team mates watching on subs bench
Breakthrough T1D
10 February 2026

Breakthrough T1D welcomes new parliamentary action calling for inclusive sport for people living with diabetes

Breakthrough T1D is supporting a major new call to action urging Government and the sport and physical activity sector to remove barriers faced by people living with diabetes.