67'th Diaversary
Yesterday, Sept 15, was my 67'th diaversary. Still no complications except for mild nerve damage. I hope the research being done on long term T1D's in Boston will explain why some of us are so lucky to have lived so long, and be so healthy.
The research in Boston is attempting to find why us long term, healthy type 1 diabetics have been so successful. I participated in that research in 2009. The research is ongoing, and began in 2005. There have been almost 800 participants thus far. They have found several interesting things so far. Some of us still have small amounts of insulin production, after all these years. There is also some mysterious inner protection that we possess that protects us against eye and kidney damage, and other nerve based damage. It was found that that protection does not help our hearts, many participant have had heart attacks, bypasses, etc. I attended a meeting of approximately 100 participants in June, 2011, at Joslin. None of us looked at all overweight. That is a definite plus.
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Permalink Reply by Terrie on -
Well Hello Mr. Richard. Long time no see. :)
67 D years. That is Fantastic! Sounds like you are feeling good also. Wonderful!
***CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR 67th D-Anniversary Richard!!***
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Permalink Reply by Leo2 on -
Congratulations! It's the healthy gene that got triggered! And the workaholic in you that took action when you needed to! And the happy smile that always said Thank you and Let me help you to others! Many more happy years, Richard!
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Permalink Reply by Capin101 on
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Happy Diaversary Richard! You are a true inspiration to me and many other diabetics.
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Permalink Reply by Bethanne Strasser on -
Awesome! What a tribute. Thanks for sharing your success.
CONGRATULATIONS!
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Permalink Reply by Brunetta on -
Congratulations, Richard.. I am so proud of you and happy for you. I am so interested in you, your life,as well as the research you are taking part in at the Joslin Diabetes Center. I, too am a healthy long term (43 years) type 1 diabetic with minimal complications. Can I get in on the study , or do you have to have had diabetes for 50 years or more? You know I come to Boston every year or so to Massachusetts General Hospital to take part in the study at the Faustman Lab..Could I be in two studies ? Hope you do not mind me asking, when all I have to do is go to the website..But you are so wonderful about sharing your great experiences and knowledge base, I might as well ask you :+)
God bless,
Brunetta
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Permalink Reply by Richard157 on -
Hi Brunetta, you are welcome to ask me questions anytime you want.
The study is called the Joslin Medalist Study, and you can Google those three words to research it. Only medalists with 50 or more years of type 1 are allowed to participate.
I am pleased to hear that you are participating in Dr Faustman's study!!!
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Permalink Reply by Mike Ratrie on -
Congrats on 67!
I only have 11 years to go before I will qualify for the Joslin study ...
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Permalink Reply by kmd on -
Congratulations! Your post and story are inspiring to me and my 12 year old (T1) daughter. Also, I appreciate that you've taken the time to participate in this study that is sure to help those coming along behind you.
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Permalink Reply by Melitta on
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Congratulations, Richard! And thank you for participating in research that will help those of us following you to live better lives.
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