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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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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.

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Research
2 February 2026

What are B cells, and why do they matter in type 1 diabetes? New study highlights the importance of immune cell type

New research suggests that B cells play a major role in damaging protective immune cells called Tregs. Protecting Tregs could help protect insulin-producing cells in the early stages of T1D.

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Breakthrough T1D
28 January 2026

£350,000 gift from the Bukhman Foundation to expand support for people living with type 1 diabetes

We're delighted to announce a £350,000 donation from the Bukhman Foundation to support our Community Engagement programme.

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Research
21 January 2026

UK study finds that childhood screening for type 1 diabetes could prevent thousands of emergencies 

A major UK study has shown that screening children for type 1 diabetes (T1D) can identify the condition in its earliest stages, before symptoms appear, offering families time, choices, and hope.