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Join us for a remarkable episode featuring Hannah Gilkey, who, 15 years ago, faced a life-changing diagnosis of type 1 diabetes at the age of 19. Her story is one of resilience, driven by her experiences with dedicated nurses and care teams during her treatment.
As an ER nurse, Hannah's journey has come full circle. We explore the transformative impact of islet cell transplants, including her own experience with a transplant in September 2022, currently in clinical trials in the US.
Dive into the emotional aspects of managing type 1 diabetes, the challenges faced, and the hope brought by islet cell transplantation. Despite a recent setback due to an unrelated infection, Hannah's determination shines as she shares her plans for another beta cell transplant soon.
This episode also sheds light on the advocacy efforts to make Pancreatic Islet Cell Transplants a standard treatment for type 1 diabetics. Learn how you can get involved in supporting this important cause, with all the details in our show notes. Join us in discovering the incredible possibilities of islet cell transplants with Hannah's empowering story.
Website for the Islet Act
Website for Hannah's Doctor
Patient stories, including Hannah's
Connect with Hannah Gilkey on IG
Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast reach more people. Be sure to share this episode.
What to do now:
*Follow me @bloodsugarboss on Instagram to stay in the loop on upcoming episodes. DM me with any feedback or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover.
*Join our Type 1 In Midlife community on the free Honey Health App to chat about podcast topics and more
*Free Download - How to Thrive with Type 1 Diabetes After 40
*Contact us about our coaching programs
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Join us for a remarkable episode featuring Hannah Gilkey, who, 15 years ago, faced a life-changing diagnosis of type 1 diabetes at the age of 19. Her story is one of resilience, driven by her experiences with dedicated nurses and care teams during her treatment.
As an ER nurse, Hannah's journey has come full circle. We explore the transformative impact of islet cell transplants, including her own experience with a transplant in September 2022, currently in clinical trials in the US.
Dive into the emotional aspects of managing type 1 diabetes, the challenges faced, and the hope brought by islet cell transplantation. Despite a recent setback due to an unrelated infection, Hannah's determination shines as she shares her plans for another beta cell transplant soon.
This episode also sheds light on the advocacy efforts to make Pancreatic Islet Cell Transplants a standard treatment for type 1 diabetics. Learn how you can get involved in supporting this important cause, with all the details in our show notes. Join us in discovering the incredible possibilities of islet cell transplants with Hannah's empowering story.
Website for the Islet Act
Website for Hannah's Doctor
Patient stories, including Hannah's
Connect with Hannah Gilkey on IG
Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast reach more people. Be sure to share this episode.
What to do now:
*Follow me @bloodsugarboss on Instagram to stay in the loop on upcoming episodes. DM me with any feedback or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover.
*Join our Type 1 In Midlife community on the free Honey Health App to chat about podcast topics and more
*Free Download - How to Thrive with Type 1 Diabetes After 40
*Contact us about our coaching programs
Shop my favorite products
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