Be a Part of dLifeTV
dLifeTV is looking for people with diabetes to participate in a few “Roundtable Discussions” that will be taped for television. We’re looking for people over the age of 18 who are living with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Age, gender, race, profession, and marital status do not matter although, ideally, we’re looking for a diverse group of people.
What does matter is that you’ve been living with diabetes for at least three years and are eager to share your stories about the ongoing struggle of living with diabetes. We want people who have discovered habits, routines, support systems, and other treatment tips that they would like to share with the nation’s diabetes community.
dLife is also searching for some “type 3” people—spouses, life partners, significant others, parents, or children of people who live with diabetes. In other words, people who do not have diabetes themselves but who play a significant role in keeping loved ones healthy.
East Coasters preferred, as participants will be required to spend a day in Westport, Connecticut during the last week of March 2007. Diabetes-friendly food will be provided.
Comments
- At 03:53 PM on Fri, Mar 23, 2007 Rachel wrote:
I am a 33 year old type 1 diabetic on a Minimed pump. I was diagnosed at age 20 as a junior in college and went on to graudate from law school.
My biggest diabetes challenge was having a child. But, I had an excellent pregnancy and now have a 17 month old son who is healthy, happy and the joy of my life! I have always been a well controlled diabetic and can share tips on how I achieve good control (both before pregnancy and during pregnancy).
- At 06:54 PM on Mon, Mar 12, 2007 Cara Bennet wrote:
I have had Type 2 Diabetes for 15 years because of eating too much junk food
- At 12:24 PM on Fri, Mar 9, 2007 Julia C. Pruitt; RN, BSN wrote:
I would loved to be included in a panel discussion
of all things diabetes. I'm a healthcare worker who has recently lost my job. How can one appear in public and announce they have diabetes? They can't. I'm finding it impossible to find work in the healthcare industry and they should know better.I have traveled the world with diabetes. I was on the pump when traveling to China (which the healthcare industry there found fascinating). I've been on safari in Africa and down the Amazon
River. I've island hopped and traveled throughout Europe. I could discuss aspects of traveling and preparing for any potential problems a diabetic might encounter while traveling. I have even been
hospitalized after getting sick on a flight to Cancun.I've been a proud participant in the DCCT/EDIC study since its' inception. Does any of this help
me find a job. No, it really doesn't. I would like to see this issue discussed. You must pass a
physical to be employeed in the healthcare industry. A chest x-ray is easy. It's the blood test that might give me away. Is this fair? No, but what can one do? - At 09:33 AM on Fri, Mar 9, 2007 ROBYN HARRISON wrote:
I WANT TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION. I HAVE HAD TYPE 1 DIABETES FOR 14 YEARS. I HAVE BEEN STRUGGLING WITH "DIABULIMA" FOR MOST OF THOSE YEARS. I AM 43 WITH 4 CHILDREN. I WOULD LIKE TO DISCUSS MY SITUATION BECAUSE I DON'T HEAR ENOUGH ABOUT IT AND I WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW THEY'RE NOT ALONE.
- At 12:46 AM on Wed, Mar 7, 2007 Jeffry Ullman wrote:
Please take a look at this URL:
http://www.kidsrpumping.com/thankyous.htm
I would like to talk about fathers/mothers of kids with Diabetes who work for Fortune 500 companies and how easy it is via the United Way directed donation program to raise funds for diabetes research of your choice.
Please look at the URL above on amounts I have raised by working for IBM.
I also know Tom Karlya very well and he can provide input on this topic.
- At 01:00 PM on Tue, Mar 6, 2007 Tom Kingery wrote:
My name is Tom Kingery and I am a 31 year old type 1 diabetic, marathon runner and triathlete. I was diagnosed with diabetes in February of 2004; since then I have competed in many marathons and many half-marathons and triathlons to raise funds for diabetes research and education. Competing and completing all of these races were great accomplishments for me because they changed my prior belief that diabetes limits what a person can do after being diagnosed. The perceptions of diabetics by the general public and even the perceptions of diabetics themselves are far too often very negative. As we all know, the complications of diabetes can be terrible, however the disease is manageable and continued negativity does not contribute to good health and proper management.
On November 3rd, 2007 I will realize a lifelong goal, when I compete in the Florida Ironman Triathlon. If you are unfamiliar with an Ironman Triathlon, it consists of a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike, followed by a 26.2 mile run. The Ironman is widely considered the ultimate test of physical endurance and mental strength as the race will require anywhere from nine to 17 hours of continuous activity to finish before the midnight deadline. Prior to my diagnosis of diabetes, completing an Ironman was a dream of mine, simply for personal accomplishment. Since then, marathon running and triathlon competitions have become even more meaningful because they are now a means to raise funds for valuable diabetes research. Through my partnership with the Central Ohio Diabetes Association, I will compete in the Florida Ironman to raise funds for diabetes care and eduaction, and to hopefully encourage other diabetics to go after their lifelong goals. By competing in endurance events I hope to help change the perceptions of diabetics and of our perceived capabilities. It is my hope that I can encourage young diabetics and newly diagnosed diabetics to go after anything they want without accepting self-imposed limitations.
For more on my fundraising campaign, or to contact me, please visit RunningOnInsulin.com - At 06:12 PM on Mon, Mar 5, 2007 James wrote:
I am a Type ! diabetic since Feb 10 1967
and learning new ways how to control my Diabetes - At 01:27 PM on Mon, Mar 5, 2007 Jonathan Davidson wrote:
I would be interested in this as a 24 year old person who has had Type-1 diabetes for 1 year as of 03/07/07. I am an Animas Pump IR-1250 user. I still am in the honeymoon period as well, even after 1 year (TDD of about 15u of Novolog). Please get in contact with me if interested for dLife TV. Thanks!
- At 11:47 AM on Mon, Mar 5, 2007 James M. Barry wrote:
I am a type 1 diabetic since 1978 My sister had a kidney and pancreas transplant 16 years ago. My life changed with the pump in 2001. I am on my second pump.The technology has changed my life,but it is high maintenance. I know the cure is close. This disease has been tough on the family. My neice was diagnosed at 15 and a cousins child was 10.
Thanks
JB - At 11:46 AM on Mon, Mar 5, 2007 sheri schrecker wrote:
My finance has type 1 diabetes. He is a police officer. he had a diabetic emergency while on a off duty job. His sugar dropped very low he had an accident. When police arrived they thought he was intoxicated. They tased him several times. Ambulance came. He lost his job. Thought he'd lost his career. He has managed to find another job, in a small town. And is now the CHEIF of police in this town. The accident was in LOUISVILLE KY.He was recently on the front page of Louisville courier and journel, when they did a storey on taser guns. He is a wonderful person. We watch your show every Sunday. I felt his storey might help others. HE has come back from alot. If you are interested his name is Kendall Phelps. CALL 270-485 1142 or 270-485-1430
- At 09:17 AM on Mon, Mar 5, 2007 Vicki McDonald wrote:
I live in New Haven and work in Trumbull. I've had Type I for 43+ years. I've been on an insulin pump for 9 years, and my A1C's have been below 7.0 for all that time. I have a terrific diabetologist in New Haven (Dr. Ed Etkind)and few complications to show for the many years of diabetes treatment.
- At 06:23 PM on Sat, Mar 3, 2007 Julie Deann Barton wrote:
I am on disability and have been so since 2003. I am a brittle type 1 on an insulin pump and was diagnosed 2-14-90. Is transportation included?
I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes three years ago after waking from a seven week drug induced coma after suffering a brain aneurysm. I am dealing with this in addition to chronic hypertension.