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these innovations into reality. More than anything, it shows the power of our community: people living with T1D, loved ones, clinicians, scientists, volunteers, and fundraisers - all pulling together for a future without type 1.
Please watch, share and consider making a gift. Every share, …
There’s a strong message of progress too 🙏🏼 - including the extraordinary impact of diabetes technologies already transforming daily life for so many. Seeing this highlighted on national TV reinforces how far research and advocacy have taken us, and the huge role our community plays in helping turn
their journeys, people living with T1D helping others feel seen and understood, and dedicated researchers like Tim Tree and Parth Narendran explaining why early detection matters so much. We also hear from our CEO Karen Addington on the breakthroughs your support continues to drive.
This appeal raises vital awareness of what T1D truly means: the relentlessness, the strength it demands, the progress and hope - and a powerful reminder of just how serious it can be. Hosted beautifully by Nina Wadia, the film brings together voices from across our community: families sharing …
Our @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social BBC Lifeline Appeal is live! 💙 Feeling incredibly proud - and moved - seeing our #T1D community front and centre today. As someone living with #Type1Diabetes myself, it’s powerful to see the realities of this lifelong condition shared with a national audience.
… reassuring. Forever grateful for this wonderful technology 💙 #Type1Diabetes @gbdocinfo.bsky.social
Screenshot of CarPlay showing glucose levels
It’s the small things that make life with #T1D that bit easier. What might seem simple to others can have a huge impact - like the new CarPlay update that lets Live Activities/widgets from my (DIY) Loop show up while driving. Having glucose levels visible makes the road safer and so much more … 1/2
… and most importantly, help raise vital funds to drive forward life-changing research. Huge thanks to everyone who came along and made it so special. Until next time! #T1D #GBDoc #NIDoc @gbdocinfo.bsky.social 2/2
Collage of pictures from Breakthrough T1D’s OneWalk Belfast
Collage of pictures from Breakthrough T1D’s OneWalk Belfast
Collage of pictures from Breakthrough T1D’s OneWalk Belfast
Collage of pictures from Breakthrough T1D’s OneWalk Belfast
What an incredible day at the @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social OneWalk #Belfast on Saturday! 💙 These events are all about community, connection, and hope – and it was full of all three. It was amazing to walk alongside so many people who get it, share stories, raise awareness of #Type1Diabetes … 1/2
Lecture theatre with Breakthrough T1D branding
So excited to see many of you at our @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social #London Discovery Day and Technology Exhibition tomorrow, and of course, the bit we love the most: the conversations, support and connection of the #T1D community 💙
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… community – the conversations, the support, and the connections that make these days so special.
Sign up below – can’t wait to see many of you there 🙏🏼
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Breakthrough T1D London Discovery Day
Thrilled to announce our upcoming @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social Discovery Day in #London! We’ve got an incredible agenda planned, featuring the brilliant @parthaskar.bsky.social (huge thanks, Partha! 💙).
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, share, and be inspired by the power of the #T1D … 1/2
… message: You belong. You’re seen. And you are brilliant, exactly as you are 🫶🏻 2/2
#RepresentationMatters @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social #Type1Diabetes @gbdocinfo.bsky.social
This is such exciting news 🤩 – representation and normalisation really matters 💙
For people living with a health condition – here, #T1D – seeing their own experiences reflected in something as iconic and powerful as Barbie is incredible. It sends a loud, clear… 1/2
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impact on an international scale.
Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the journey so far. You’ve made these 10 years fly by (literally!) – and filled them with purpose, community, laughter, partnership and plenty of fun. 5/5
that never stops inspiring me and motivates me to continue. It reinforces daily that none of us are alone, and that #T1D doesn’t have to define or limit us.
Also thanks to our brilliant international Breakthrough T1D network, this work crosses borders – amplifying voices, ideas and … 4/5
… #Type1Diabetes. And it’s this spirit of collaboration that I value most – it’s where the real change happens 💙
The impact that’s happened in this time has been remarkable, but it’s rooted in those everyday conversations that spark change, energy and insight of this community… 3/5
Over the past decade, I’ve been lucky to work with some truly amazing people – across the #T1D community, colleagues, healthcare, research, volunteers and partner organisations all united by the goal of helping people feel confident, informed and supported in managing… 2/5
Today marks 10 years of working at Breakthrough T1D UK – and what a journey it’s been! 🎉 A moment to reflect.
When I started here, I knew I wanted to make a difference: but I didn’t imagine just how much purpose, passion and community I’d find along the way. And that’s thanks to all of you. 1/5
2/2 … none of us are alone, and that #T1D doesn’t have to define or limit us. So thankful to be part of it @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social
#Type1Diabetes #TAD2025
Collage of TAD 2025
Collage of TAD 2025
Collage of TAD 2025
Collage of TAD 2025
What a day 🤩 further to earlier update ⬇️ today’s Talking About Diabetes TAD event was another powerful reminder of the power and spirit of community. Being surrounded by others who truly understand – through shared experiences, empathy and strength was incredibly uplifting. It reinforced that… 1/2
2/2 … break down the stigma surrounding #diabetes #T1D.
Diabetes is not a journey anyone should ever walk alone and today is a great example that none of us have to 🌍 #TAD2025 #Community #Type1Diabetes
Breakthrough T1D team at TAD
Breakthrough T1D team/supporters at TAD
Breakthrough T1D team at TAD
Breakthrough T1D stand at TAD
Delighted to be at TAD (Talking About Diabetes) in the epic city of Liverpool today @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social – an event that beautifully reminds us of the incredible power of community 💙
From personal stories to powerful conversations, TAD brings people together to inspire, support and 1/2
2/2 We heard powerful and thought-provoking talks.
So proud to be part of this important moment – and excited to see the impact this report will have! Fab to see many of you there.
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Facing the future: ageing with type 1 diabetes and the need for change report
I had the pleasure of attending the launch of @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social report ‘Facing the Future: Ageing with Type 1 Diabetes and the Need for Change’ today at the Royal College of Physicians 💙
It was an inspiring event highlighting the urgent need to better support people ageing with #T1D 1/2
An amazing few days at Cumberland Lodge for Part 2 of the Windsor Leadership Strategic Leaders Programme 💙🫶🏻 more here 👉 www.linkedin.com/posts/farrow...
Karen Addington has been awarded an MBE
The most amazing news Karen Addington @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social 💙 huge congratulations! Your MBE is so well deserved – what an incredible recognition of your passion, drive, and tireless work to improve lives for people affected by #T1D. We’re all so proud of you!
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The event is in full swing @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social 💙