Diabetes Walk-a-thon and donations.

First, watch this:



I was diagnosed with Type 1 or Juvenile Diabetes when I was 5 years old. The disease is chronic, systemic, and uncureable. Yes there is a treatment, but it does not make it livable. Diabetes is never-ending for those who suffer from Type 1. It is not caused by weight or bad eating habits, it is a disease we have through no fault of our own.

Having diabetes isn't something you can ever forget, one of the big myths is, "Shots 'cure' it." or "You can just take your medication." It dosen't work that way, breathing, eating, sleeping, playing, sex, drugs for colds, colds, social interactions, brain chemistry, mood swings, depression, happiness, conversation, everything affects and is affected by this disease. No matter how much we fake it we aren't allowed to live normal lives if we have this and again, IT NEVER GOES AWAY.

JDRF has several other facts about Type 1 Diabetes and sponsors a walk for a cure every year in over 200 cities and it's a great way to support research into a true cure for diabetes. 40 kids per day are diagnosed with this in the United States alone.

If this video touches you, if you want to find a cure for the millions of kids and adults who suffer, please consider donating to a walker. You can find one here. If you wish to donate directly that can be found here.

All profits from the month of September from IDG will be going to the JDRF. Please buy or support one directly, and if you're involved, leave your team name and state in the comments.



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