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Type I Olympian – Kris Freeman
Posted by Western Wisconsin in JDRF, News on February 15, 2010
The 2010 Winter Olympics features an American, Kris Freeman, who was diagnosed with Type I diabetes just before the 2002 winter games. Kris is a member of the U.S. Cross Country ski team.
The following is from a dLife story:
Kris Freeman may have won the 30K cross-country race at the U.S. National Championships in Anchorage, Alaska last month – had he not been forced to stop and test his blood sugar late in the race. Freeman came in second.
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Freeman, who wears an OmniPod, blogs about the difficulties of competing with type 1 diabetes.
“I get nervous before a race and release sugar just like everyone else. Unfortunately my regulatory system is broken and I have to give myself the appropriate amount of insulin. This is where things get tricky. How nervous I am affects how much sugar I release into my body. More nerves equal more glucose. The difficult part is there is no real way to monitor how nervous I am.”
You can watch a recent interview with Kris:
Tragic News in our Community
Posted by Western Wisconsin in News, Western Wisconsin JDRF on February 5, 2010
It is with a great sadness that we share that Jesse Alswager passed away unexpectedly this week from complication of type 1 diabetes. Jesse was the son of Michelle Page-Alswager and Tom Alswager. Michelle was the former Executive Director of the JDRF Western Wisconsin Chapter.
A memorial web site for Jesse has been set-up at http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jessealswager. There you will be able to read “Jesse’s Story,” leave a guestbook message for the family, and make a memorial donation.
Visitation for the family will be held Monday, February 8 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (5701 Raymond Rd., Madison). A service for Jesse will follow at 7:30 p.m. Sean Busby, professional snowboarder and person with type 1 diabetes will speak about his friendship with Jesse.
Everyone at the JDRF Western Wisconsin Chapter extends our condolences to the Alswager family – you are all in our thoughts and our hearts during this time.
The Oprah Winfrey Show will discuss the importance of health with an emphasis on diabetes
Posted by Western Wisconsin in News, Western Wisconsin JDRF on February 3, 2010
Thursday February 4th, The Oprah Winfrey Show will discuss the importance of health with an emphasis on diabetes. However, it is not clear how much of the show will focus on type 1 diabetes. The Oprah Show airs on ABC at 4:00 PM/EST. For more information please visit http://www.oprah.com/showinfo/Americas-Silent-Killer.
Vote for the Jets’ Mark Sanchez to help raise $100K for the JDRF
Posted by Western Wisconsin in JDRF, News on January 29, 2010
You can help raise $100,000 for the JDRF by voting for Jets’ quarterback, Mark Sanchez, in the Pepsi Refresh Project.
You can vote by going to www.nfl.com/pepsirefresh and clicking on Mark Sanchez, or by texting “MARK” to PEPSI (73774) — standard text messaging rates and fees may apply.
Mark Sanchez:
“I want to help build awareness about the early signs of juvenile diabetes. My grant will support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to create educational programs that will help lead to early detection and prompt treatments.”
Voting ends February 5, 2010.
Ride to Cure Diabetes featured on the American Chopper Episode February 4th at 9/8ct
Posted by Western Wisconsin in JDRF, News, Ride to Cure Diabetes, Western Wisconsin JDRF on January 29, 2010
Watch American Chopper on TLC, Thursday, February 4th at 9/8c as Mikey puts his physical capabilities to the test and heads to Death Valley to participate in JDRF’s Ride to Cure Diabetes.
On October 17, 2009 Mikey Teutul from the TLC’s hit reality series American Chopper headed to Death Valley, CA to participate in the JDRF Ride to Cure Diabetes.
His participation in the Ride was filmed on location and will be featured in the February 4th episode of TLC’s “American Chopper”.
“I am thrilled to be a part of this great way to raise awareness and funds for type 1 diabetes research,” said Mikey Teutel, the youngest of the Teutel family whose family
business, Orange County Choppers, is the basis for the show. Teutel, who had a friend with type 1 diabetes, was hoping to accomplish riding 36 miles.
“Although Mikey hoped to ride 36 miles in Death Valley, I believe he exceeded his ultimate goal…raising awareness for type 1 diabetes research,” said
Lewis Runnion, JDRF International Board Member and Teutel’s personal coach.
Tune in to American Chopper on TLC February 4th at 9/8ct to see if Mikey accomplished accomplished his goal as he joined more than 200 JDRF cyclists riding to cure diabetes!
Read more: JDRF American Chopper.
Dr. Aaron Kowalski Webcast: today
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, JDRF, News on January 27, 2010
As a reminder, Dr. Aaron Kowalski, will lead a webcast today, Wednesday, January 27, at noon EST about JDRF’s exciting new partnerships with partnerships with J&J/Animas and Becton Dickinson.
Be sure to join JDRF for the live video event at noon EST. The program is scheduled to last 1 hour. The video will be streamed through our Promise Campaign blog. You can access it by clicking this link. Aaron will start by providing answers to as many of your questions as he can. We’ll be streaming our video with the help of Ustream. Ustream’s product allows participants to ask questions over the course of Aaron’s presentation. So, time permitting, Aaron will respond to those as well.
45th Anniversary Ford Mustang Mascot Bear
Posted by Western Wisconsin in JDRF, News, Support on January 26, 2010
Ford celebrated the 45th Anniversary of their best-loved model, the Ford Mustang, in 2009.
To commemorate the occasion, the Ford/JDRF Team created this adorable plush bear sporting a leather jacket emblazoned with the official Mustang 45th Anniversary logo.
More than $34,000 was raised for JDRF through the sale of these bears!
Ford is excited to offer you the chance to purchase this keepsake item as another way to support JDRF.
Purchase your 45th Anniversary Ford Mustang Mascot Bear now.
Bears sell for $10 each and 100% of proceeds benefit JDRF!
On Sale Feb. 1- March 31
Ford Motor Company has supported JDRF for more than 20 years, ranking as JDRF’s #1 corporate sponsor for the past eight years. Ford has contributed over $30 million since the inception of the employee-driven team known as the Ford Global Walk Team.
Eat at Boston’s Restaurant and Sports Bar; Raise money for the JDRF
Posted by Western Wisconsin in JDRF, News on January 21, 2010
During its annual Valentine’s Day fundraiser, Boston’s restaurants across the United States will sell heart-shaped pizzas, and $1 from each pie sold will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. One dollar from the sale of all desserts will also be donated. Additionally, customers can purchase paper hearts for $1 each and personalize the hearts with a Valentine’s Day message.
On Tuesday, February 9th, Boston’s the Gourmet Pizza and Sports Bar – Greenway Station is donating 10% of all food sales to JDRF. Please take your co-workers to lunch or make it a family night out, or order in!”
For Boston’s Restaurant’s in Wisconsin click here.
JDRF and BD Collaborate to Improve Insulin Pump Delivery
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Advocacy & Research, News on January 20, 2010
From the national JDRF:
New York, NY and Franklin Lakes, NJ (January 19, 2010) – The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE:BDX) announced today an innovative program aimed at improving the treatment of type 1 diabetes by developing novel insulin delivery products to enhance the use of insulin pumps.
Through the program, JDRF will support BD’s research and development of new products that deliver insulin from a pump to a patient in either an infusion set or patch-pump configuration. Research indicates that there are significant opportunities to enhance pump therapy by improving convenience as well as minimizing pain, kinking, occlusions and site infections. An additional goal of the program is improving the speed at which insulin works. These enhancements are intended to improve how people with diabetes control their insulin therapy and have a positive impact on their overall level of glycemic control.
Read the full story.
The national JDRF has an entire site with more information about the artificial pancreas project.
Help Here Express is stopping in Madison, WI
Posted by Western Wisconsin in News on July 15, 2009
Need help getting the medicines your doctor prescribes?
If you are uninsured and financially struggling, you may qualify for programs that provide free or nearly free prescription medicines.
There is a fast and convenient way to see if you may qualify…
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance “Help Is Here Express!”
South Madison Health & Family Center- Harambee
Friday, July 17, 2009
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Village Shopping Center
2202 S. Park Street
Madison, WI
This event is FREE and open to the public.
The “Help is Here Express” is equipped with computer terminals and mobile phones so people can find out if they may be eligible for help getting their prescription medicines.
Specialists will be aboard to make sure your application process is quick and easy.
For more information, please contact Nate Prouty at (612) 741-6377.
Be sure to know the medicines you take when you visit the bus.
Sponsored by America’s Pharmaceutical Research Companies
Along with patient advocacy, healthcare providers and community groups