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The Mental Health Coverage Gap in Type 1 Diabetes Care
Managing Type 1 diabetes means making dozens of decisions every day—how much to eat, when to dose, whether to correct. This constant...
The Diabetic Debrief
Sep 302 min read


Health Equity Isn’t Optional: Racial and Socioeconomic Disparities in Type 1 Diabetes Care
Type 1 diabetes doesn’t discriminate biologically—but the systems that manage it do. From delayed diagnoses to unequal access to insulin...
Kareena Gunawardana
Jun 302 min read


Insight on Diabetes: Breaking Barriers in Care and Research
On June 11th, The Diabetic Debrief  hosted Insight on Diabetes , a virtual conference that brought together experts to explore the evolving landscape of diabetes care, advocacy, and research. The event highlighted how both systemic and personal factors—from language barriers to clinical bias—shape the experiences of people living with diabetes every day. Humanizing Diabetes Care Diabetes Nurse and Educator Gloria Yee  opened the discussion by focusing on the human side of dia
Kareena Gunawardana
Jun 132 min read


Beyond the Numbers: Supporting Teen Mental Health in Type 1 Diabetes
Navigating Mental Health Challenges with Type 1 Diabetes in Teenagers
Kareena Gunawardana
Apr 24 min read


The Hidden Cost of Diabetes Technology
From continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to insulin pumps and smart pens, diabetes technology has revolutionized how people with Type 1...
The Diabetic Debrief
Dec 10, 20243 min read


Advocating for Yourself in School as a Student with Type 1 Diabetes
Living with Type 1 diabetes doesn’t stop when you step into the classroom. Between tests, sports, and social life, managing blood sugar...
Kareena Gunawardana
Oct 11, 20242 min read
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