"Nobody's Talking About It" - The unique issue of getting older with T1D

Diagnosed almost 60 years ago, Joanne Milo loves technology and helped start the popular Loop and Learn group. She's also passionate about diabetes and aging.

It's hard to believe now, but many people diagnosed in the 1960s and 70s were told they wouldn't live to age 40. Thankfully, that wasn't true. But the medical world wasn't prepared for them to actually live long and healthy lives. There is very little research or support for people with type 1 over the age of 50. Imagine when you get to 80 or beyond!

Joanne Milo is also the author of the book and blog "The Savvy Diabetic" and she has a lot to say about how we can all prepare better for emergencies or hospital stays.

Joanne's website - The Savvy Diabetic

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