Early diagnosis makes a lasting impact.
T1DES is a student-led organization committed to spreading awareness of type 1 diabetes diagnosis and promoting early detection. Through education, advocacy, and community outreach, we aim to…
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Why Early Detection Matters
21%
of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes after the age of 30 actually had type 1 diabetes.
Source: Diabetologia
24%
of participants in a 2023 study reported being misdiagnosed with another condition before being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
Source: American Diabetes Association
DKA
Also known as diabetic ketoacidosis, DKA is a life-threatening condition that frequently occurs when type 1 diabetes goes undiagnosed.
Source: American Diabetes Association
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