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Today is my 41st anniversary of being diagnosed Type 1 diabetic. I was 3 years and 4 months old when it happened. I’m doing alright as it goes. Control is good, always has been. I grew up to be a big fella (6’5” and just under 20 stone, but not fat), and I don’t have any complications so far...

I just saw this in the IDDT Magazine. We all get insulin, needles etc on the NHS. Given the fact we all pay tax, that's fair enough. Please DO NOT claim for things that you can sort out with food. An alternative to basically taking advantage of the NHS in this manner is buying jelly babies or...

Hi all, I introduced myself here last year, but I haven't been involved that much since then due to some changes in my personal life. I figured I should come on here now, as something is about to happen which is significant and connected to my diabetes. Just as a refresher, I'm 41 years old...

Hi, all, Just joined the forum as I'm type 1 Diabetes. I was diagnosed at the age of 3, on 9th February 1977. In other words, I've been type 1 for just under 37 years. My Son, Noah, born 22/01/10 is also Type 1 diabetic, and was diagnosed in November 2011, aged 19 months. Gutting. My boy and I...