Category Archives: News

New Book Focuses on Care for People with Type 1 Diabetes

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Western Wisconsin

The American Diabetes Association and JDRF have teamed up to release a new book, “The Type 1 Diabetes Sourcebook” that will help clinicians better understand the best and most recent research on how to diagnose and treat type 1 diabetes … Continue reading →

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Verona Family helps spread T1D awareness on Fox 47

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Western Wisconsin

Joanne and Henry share their story about living with diabetes to help raise awareness. Click Here to see the full video on Fox 47.

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Wisconsin Lions Foundation Video now online.

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Western Wisconsin

Thank you to the Wisconsin Lions Foundation for producing this great video, “Type 1 Diabetes: Caring With Confidence”. The video is available online now: Or, you can request a copy of the DVD by filling out this form 12-8-16 Type … Continue reading →

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Help Congratulate Ron Santo on his Hall of Fame induction!

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Western Wisconsin

Ron Santo was legendary for clicking his heels after every Cubs win. With his induction into the Hall of Fame, fans and JDRF supporters will have the opportunity to honor Ron and commemorate the realization of one of his dreams. … Continue reading →

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Adult T1 Summer Networking Event & Research Update

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Western Wisconsin

Wednesday, June 13, 5:30pm to 7:30pm Vintage Brewing Company, 674 S. Whitney Way, Madison Please join us for an evening of mingling with other adults with T1 while hearing exciting updates taking place right now on diabetes research. Appetizers will … Continue reading →

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JDRF on The Pitch ~ May 27, 2012

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Western Wisconsin

JDRF is featured on a brand new episode of AMC’s new unscripted series, The Pitch on Sunday, May 27, 2012, at 11 p.m. ET/10 p.m. CT! Be sure to tune in to AMC as JDRF’s own president and CEO, Jeffrey … Continue reading →

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Diabetes Scholarships deadline May 15th

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Western Wisconsin

The Diabetes Scholars Foundation Scholarship Program is available to incoming freshmen seeking a higher education at an accredited four-year university, college, technical, or trade school. This scholarship recognizes students who are actively involved in the diabetes community, who have high … Continue reading →

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Congratulations Bob Gorsuch!

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Western Wisconsin

Bob Gorsuch was recently honored with the Lifetime Achievement award during the 24th annual Philanthropy Day at the Overture Center. Presented by the Greater Madison Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Philanthropy Day recognizes the great contributions that philanthropy … Continue reading →

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Join the Western Wisconsin Chapter on Facebook

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Western Wisconsin

The Western Wisconsin Chapter has a Facebook fan page! Please “Like” our page and spread the word to your friends and family. To join us, click here.

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Clinic: Patients Might Have Been Exposed To Hepatitis, HIV

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Western Wisconsin

Victims Potentially Exposed Between 2006 To 2011 MADISON, Wis. — Dean Clinic officials said on Monday that a former employee might have exposed some patients to blood-borne diseases like hepatitis and HIV during the last five years. Clinic officials released … Continue reading →

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