"Yes you can scuba dive and I can't imagine a better place to learn than Australia. The Padi diving society requires your doctor to fill out a form http://www.padi.com/english/common/courses/forms/pdf/10063-ver2-0.pdf that says you are medically…"
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My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Clare Oct 7, 2012. 22 Replies 1 Like
I am celebrating a major milestone today - 7 October 2012 is my 30th anniversary of type 1 diabetes!I am so proud I made it this far. I was a very sick and very scared 15 year old back in 1982 when I…Continue
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Adrienne replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"Thanks. I'll look into it tomorrow, and also see if there's a group for high altitude mountain climbers (another dream of mine)."
Marie B replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"you might want to join this group http://www.tudiabetes.org/group/scubadiving"
Adrienne replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"Cheers, thanks for clarifying that. I'll look into it again, very keen to dive, a lifelong dream of mine."
JohnG replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"PWD= Person with Diabetes...."
Adrienne replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"Hi John, what is a PWD? I am in Australia and I've spoken to a few doctors in the past 30 years about diving, and all of them have said as a type 1, I can't do it."
JohnG replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"Glad to hear your healthy and enjoying your life....
Some PADI instructors will certify a PWD and the YMCA also has a program for PWD's that use insulin.
The biggest hurdle is finding a Doctor who will sign off on your health, many will not…"
Molly replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"Awesome post! Fun and exciting to hear about what life with diabetes can be like. I haven't been diagnosed a year yet. Thanks and enjoy your anniversary. You deserve it!"
Stemwinder replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"You got us on that one Adrienne you definately can't be an astronaut. Enjoy your upcomming scuba dive, something tells me you will be going soon.
And Congrats on thirty years."
Adrienne replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"Thank you Josephine for your good wishes! I'm having a great time today - weather is beautiful and sunny, summer is on it's way, family to love and spend time with....what more could I ask for :)"
Adrienne replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"Congratulations on 50 years Spock! I am very much looking forward to hitting that milestone one day - instead of just a celebratory dinner I may a celebratory holiday instead! How different must your life be now compared to when you were diagnosed -…"
Adrienne replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"43 years! Wow, you're definitely doing something right because you look great and very happy. Thank you for your good wishes, I am feeling very spoilt with everyone's best wishes today. Yes, it's a funny sort of anniversary that not…"
Adrienne replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"I can scuba dive??? WOW! I have always been told I can't! I am in Australia and have had to resort to the joy (not) of snorkelling at our beautiful Great Barrier Reef many times. It has been my dream to dive all my life, it's the one thing…"
Adrienne replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"There is always life with diabetes Kathyann. Don't ever let it take away your joy and hope for a wonderful future! You will have ups and downs, as we all do, but in the long run diabetes is just a tiny part of who you are. We are all very…"
Adrienne replied to Adrienne's discussion 'My 30th Anniversary of Type 1 Diabetes!'"Wow, 45 years! You are doing so well, you must be very proud of yourself. You inspire me, it is through meeting people like you who've managed well with this condition for so many years that I have hope for my future! Congratulations :)"
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- October 7, 1982
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- 30 years of type 1!
Interested in learning more about pump therapy - I'm thinking of maybe getting one. In the meantime, I'm happy with using injections as I'm very used to them with 5 each day (NovoRapid and Levemir).
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- At 1:13pm on July 29, 2012,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our forum. To answer any of us back just hit the "comment back "bar under our comments and you will go to our page where you can leave a comment to us and also read abit about us.
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- At 5:10am on July 28, 2012,
brokenpole said… - Welcome to the family!! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of what you will learn is that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and vent to, if needed.
- At 4:43am on July 28, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS, the FORUMS, and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
- At 8:44pm on July 27, 2012,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Adrienne....
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends.
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups".
Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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AND....groups for folks with more than diabetes to contend with,
such as..."Diabetes Plus".
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 7:35pm on July 27, 2012,
Jim Roach said… Welcome to TuDiabetes Adrienne!
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