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Finding a Community through Connected in Motion’s Slipstream
On November 16, 2017 In Featured Posts, Lifestyle
We were proud to sponsor the 2017 Connected in Motion SoCal SlipStream event, an adventure weekend for adults with T1D. I attended with MiniMed Ambassadors, Chris and Julie, and we had an absolute blast! (An island adventure with 60 other people with diabetes? Yes, please!) Today I welcome Chris to share his experience on
Taking on the New York City Marathon with T1D
On November 2, 2017 In Featured Posts, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle
Meet Whitney, one of the runners who will be on the Beyond Type Run marathon team at the New York City marathon this Sunday, November 5. Whitney and team, we are so inspired by you and will be cheering for you every step of the way! As I prepare for the NYC Marathon this
Encouraging a Life Without Limits: Connected in Motion
On October 4, 2017 In Lifestyle
There are a lot of amazing organizations in the diabetes community and Connected in Motion plays a unique and important role. Their mission is to foster the community through education, sport, and outdoor adventures. (Key word: adventures.) We are so inspired by their mission that we’re proudly sponsoring their SoCal SlipStream event taking place
Ways to Thrive—Not Just Survive—in College with Diabetes
On September 14, 2017 In Lifestyle
Starting college is such an exciting time, but when living with diabetes it also means more responsibility. We’ve asked MiniMed Ambassador, Addie, to share her tips as she starts her second year of college. Much to my loving parents’ dismay, I decided to move 1,627 miles away for college last year in order to
Caring for Your Feet with Diabetes
On August 17, 2017 In Education and Information
When you have diabetes, it’s important to take good care of your feet, as you’re more vulnerable to foot problems because diabetes can damage your nerves and reduce blood flow to your feet. To ensure the best foot health, Certified Diabetes Foot Specialist and Medtronic Diabetes Clinical Manager, Tasha Kennon, RN, BS, CDE, shares 15