“I was diagnosed with T1D 11 years ago and it has been a part of me ever since. T1D comes with varying degrees of burden, but you can live a very fulfilling life. Thanks to the JDRF and worldwide research, modern medicine allows me to manage blood sugar close to normal, limit my long-term effects and have a rewarding athletic, professional, and family life. In 2017, I finished my first Ironman triathlon. Low/high blood sugars challenged training but it never stopped me. Professionally, despite my best effort, hypoglycemia can strike at the most inopportune times, necessitating me to step away. It has not adversely impacted me because I share my diagnosis with my colleagues, who understand my barrier. My greatest gifts are my wife and two children. My family is aware of my risks and is always there to help. I embrace the challenges of T1D and don’t let it win.”
-Ryan Lipscomb, Business Analysis Manager, Corvallis
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