Help us kick off National Diabetes Awareness Month at TypeOneNation Virtual Summit on November 1, 3, and 4, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm ET. This free event is for people of all ages and stages of T1D and their loved ones. We’re offering three nights of sessions covering important topics like JDRF’s mission, T1D innovations, and wellness.

Below, you will find sessions, descriptions and the lineup of powerful speakers you can expect to hear from! Pre-registration is required to attend.

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Monday, November 1 – Research/JDRF Mission Sessions

JDRF RESEARCH–PROGRESSING TOWARDS CURES
JDRF Director of Research Frank Martin, Ph.D. will provide an overview of JDRF’s cures portfolio, which includes disease modifying and cell therapies. He will also share exciting progress, projects, and active clinical trials.

Presented by Frank Martin, Ph.D., Director of Research, JDRF

DRIVING RESEARCH AND POLICY PROGRESS THROUGH ADVOCACY
Tune in for the latest on what the team in DC is up to, and how JDRF’s nationwide network of advocates is driving meaningful progress that benefits the T1D community. You’ll learn about JDRF’s critical work on the insulin affordability front, the newly proposed biomedical research agency called the Advanced Research Projects for Health (ARPA-H), exciting regulatory milestones, and more!

Presented by JDRF Advocacy Team Carla Falasco, Director, Grassroots Advocacy; Niels Knutson, Director, Government Relations; Marjana Marinac, Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs; and Aaron Turner-Phifer, Director, Health Policy

GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR HEALTH INSURANCE
It’s open enrollment season! Tune in to learn how to best utilize JDRF’s T1D Health Insurance Guide to help you get the most out of your coverage! In addition to assistance with cost of insulin, the guide helps individuals and families navigate topics including prior authorizations, denials and appeals, and
applying for an exception.

Presented by Jackie Le Grand, Manager, Health Policy, JDRF and Aaron Turner-Phifer, Director, Health Policy, JDRF

LIDERANDO EN LA INVESTIGACIÓN DE DT1 Y LAS POLÍTICAS DE SALUD A TRAVÉS DE ABOGACÍA
Sintonice nuestra sesión de información donde hablaremos sobre el trabajo de nuestro equipo de abogacía en Washington, D.C. y como nuestra red de voluntarios de JDRF está impulsando progreso significativo que beneficia a la comunidad DT1. También aprenderá sobre el trabajo de JDRF para asegurar accesibilidad a la insulina, sobre la Agencia de Proyectos de Investigación Avanzada de Salud que fue propuesta por la Administración de Joe Biden, y cubriremos recientes triunfos regulatorios, y mucho más.

Presented by Pedro Montenegro, Manager, Government Relations, JDRF

APROVECHE TODOS LOS BENEFICIOS DE SU SEGURO MÉDICO
¡Es hora de registrarse para su cobertura de seguro médico a través del período de inscripción abierta! Sintonice nuestra sesión para aprender cómo usar el guía que creó JDRF para que usted pueda aprovechar todos los beneficios que ofrece su seguro médico. El guía ayuda a individuos que están viviendo con DT1 y sus familiares como navegar los temas de pre -autorizaciones, rechazos y apelaciones, recursos para ayudarle con el costo de la insulina, y como solicitar una excepción con su compañía de seguro médico.

Presented by Pedro Montenegro, Manager, Government Relations, JDRF

Wednesday, November 3: T1D Innovation Sessions

JDRF RESEARCH–EFFORTS IN IMPROVING LIVES
JDRF Vice President of Research Sanjoy Dutta, Ph.D. will do a deep dive into JDRF’s Improving Lives portfolio, which includes glucose control and complications. He will also provide a current T1D therapy landscape and share exciting clinical trials and projects.

Presented by Sanjoy Dutta, Ph.D., Vice President of Research, JDRF

T1D PRODUCT SHOWCASES
The T1D Product Showcases offer product demonstrations and updates from Abbott Diabetes Care, Dexcom, Eversense, Gvoke, Medtronic and Tandem. Join the discussion to learn the latest and greatest in T1D technology, treatment and care.

APOYO ENTRE PARES Y REDES SOCIALES
La diabetes, de todos sus tipos, es con frecuencia una condición de vida que nos hace sentir solos. Encontrar a otros con quienes compartir experiencia y conocimiento puede tener un impacto positivo en nuestra salud en general. Acompáñanos a descubrir dónde y cómo encontrar a tus pares para crear así comunidad.

Moderated by Mariana Gómez, Beyond Type 1, with T1D bloggers and influencers Mila Ferrer and Estefanía Malassisi

Thursday, November 4: Wellness Sessions

RISING ABOVE THE ↑↑ AND ↓↓ OF DIABETES: STRATEGIES FOR STAYING SANE IN THE MADNESS
This presentation will focus on tried and true strategies for maintaining one’s mental health while dealing with the day-to-day challenges of diabetes. The focus will be on building resilience in the face of the challenges of life and the challenges of diabetes.

Presented by Michael Harris, Ph.D., Oregon Health & Science University

NAVIGATING NUTRITION FOR DIABETES
As many of us know, understanding food and learning about nutrition while managing diabetes can be challenging. Join Bridget Wood, R.D., L.D., CDCES as she gives tips, shares helpful information, and discusses all things food and nutrition for people living with diabetes.

Presented by Bridget Wood, R.D., L.D., CDCES

DIABETES Y BIENESTAR EMOCIONAL
En esta sesión hablaremos sobre los retos que implica vivir con diabetes y cómo impacta el manejo de nuestra condición de vida en nuestra salud emocional. Descubre respuestas para vivir más allá de tu diabetes.

Moderated by Eugenia Araiza, Beyond Type 1, with Certified Psychologist Daniela Rojas, Professor René Buenfil and Psychology Clinician Nancy Martínez