JDRF Research Overview

JDRF is the leading charitable funder and advocate of type 1 (juvenile) diabetes research worldwide.  JDRF has established a set of cure therapeutics to guide its research funding efforts. These research goal areas hold the greatest potential to lead to breakthrough cures and treatments for type 1 diabetes and its complications:

If you would like more information about JDRF research, watch the videos of our 2011 Annual Meeting guest speaker, Senior Vice President of…

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Newly Diagnosed Overview

A new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes can spark a range of reactions including anger, sadness, and guilt.  Whatever your feelings, they are normal, and you are not alone.

Until there is a cure, we want to provide information that will help you cope with the burdens type 1 diabetes imposes, share with you the help that is available today, and keep you and your loved ones as strong and healthy as possible.

Education…

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Bag of Hope

JDRF offers a free public outreach program to help families who have recently had a child diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.  The intent of this program is to deliver a care package of information to help families learn more about type 1, the research for type 1, and the management and control of the disease.

Along with providing information and research updates,…

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Education & Outreach Events

Support Groups
The NEO Chapter of JDRF hold support group meetings on the third Saturday of every other month (Jan, Mar, May, July, Sept, and Nov).  These groups offer an opportunity for newly diagnosed and their families to talk with other families and medical professionals on a variety of issues that arise when living with type 1 diabetes.  These groups meet at the JDRF office from 9:30 to 11 AM.
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JDRF Research Report - Dec 2011

Here is the latest research progress report on the exciting research being funded by JDRF.

JDRF_Research_Report_Dec_2011.pdf

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JDRF Encouraged By Draft FDA Artificial Pancreas Guidance

FDA’s Draft Guidance Is A First Step to Providing Access to Life-Saving Technology for Millions with Type 1 Diabetes

Washington, D.C. – The JDRF today said it is encouraged that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a draft guidance which appears to lay a foundation for accelerating the development and availability of artificial pancreas technology (AP) that will improve the lives of millions of Americans living with type 1 diabetes (T1D).…

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Coffee Klatches

Sometimes it is nice to share information or ideas about living with type 1 diabetes. Whether you are a newly diagnosed family or have been living with type 1 diabetes for years, there is comfort in sharing what you know and learning new things. We have a terrific community who are knowledgeable and willing to share with other families their experiences. 

Several “coffee” groups have begun meeting in different areas.  Here’s the ones we…

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Halloween can be a scary holiday for those with type 1 diabetes

A few quick tricks for managing Halloween

With just a few tricks in mind, Halloween can still be a treat for children with type 1 diabetes. While children across the nation are going to parties, running from door to door, and eating chocolates and candy by the bagful, there are ways that Halloween can still be fun for children who don’t have the traditional treats in their diet.

Dr. Aaron Kowalski, Scientific Program Manager for…

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Back to School with Type 1 Diabetes

The first day of the school year can be scary for any student and parent.  Sending a child with type 1 diabetes to school can fill parents and students with anxiety the first couple of days.  There are some steps you can take to start the school year off in the right direction, some laws that protect your child, and some resources to help everyone keep your child safe and healthy while at school.

Some…

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Northeast Ohio Chapter Annual Meeting

The Northeast Ohio Chapter of JDRF - 2011 Annual Meeting and Research Update

Guest Speaker - Research Update

This event took place on Thursday, June 16, 2011 with guest speaker Darlene C. Deecher, Ph.D, Senior Vice President, Research.

Darlene C. Deecher, Ph.D., oversees all aspects of the JDRF research department including grants administration operations.  You can read her full bio on the JDRF Senior Staff page.

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Cool Research News

JDRF is working hard to find better treatments and a cure for both kids and adults with type 1 diabetes - from people who were diagnosed last week, to people who were diagnosed decades ago.  We’re funding lots of research projects to find different methods that might work. 

Here are some samples of the many efforts underway right now to cure, treat and prevent type 1 diabetes:

Artificial Pancreas…

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Recipe Corner

Chicken-Not-So-Little Noodle Soup Ingredients

2 tsp olive oil
1 medium-size onion, peeled and chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 medium-size carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbs all-purpose flour
4 cups low-fat, reduced sodium chicken broth
1 tbs finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
4 oz. dry…

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Managing Sick Days

JDRF has prepared the following tips to help you better manage sick days—but be sure to talk to your doctor as well. These general guidelines will most likely need to be adjusted depending on the person with type 1 diabetes and the nature and severity of the illness.

Monitor blood sugar levels more frequently

When you are under stress from illness or injury, your body releases hormones, which can cause blood sugar levels to…

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Top Research Highlights Summer 2010

The JDRF portfolio of diabetes research is among the largest in the world focused on cures and better treatments for type 1 diabetes and its complications. With funding of nearly $101 million in FY2009, representing research in more than 20 countries and including numerous human clinical trials, JDRF science is aimed at moving research discoveries into products, drugs, and treatments for people with diabetes. The major findings and developments JDRF funded over the past year,…

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JDRF Research Collaboration with Pfizer, Hadassah, and The Hebrew University

JDRF Announces Diabetes Research Collaboration with Pfizer, Hadassah Medical Organization, and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

NEW YORK, March 22, 2010 - The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, a leader in setting the agenda for diabetes research worldwide, said today that it will begin a diabetes research collaboration with Pfizer, Hadassah Medical Organization, and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem on drugs to replicate and regenerate insulin-producing cells in people with type 1 diabetes.

The…

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