It’s so hard to describe. There are people who are very busy. There are people who have too many things on their plate. There are people who ‘would if they could’…..and then there is Lisa Treese. Lisa Treese has had hardships in her life. She is also a mom to three rapidly growing boys who each […]
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My friend and mentor, Charlie Rizzo, once stated to me that he had to do what he does. I have written before about his tireless efforts in the world of diabetes and since his daughter was diagnosed he has never once lost that fire to find a cure. I thought of those words today. I […]
I stated that I would supply the information about Dr. Camillo Ricordi’s live webcast when it was available. Without editorial or comment I would like to inform you that on Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 from 12 noon – 1:00 PM USA Eastern Standard Time; Dr. Camillo Ricordi, DRI Scientific Director, will host a live webinar to […]
One in New York City and one on Long Island; two of my favorite fund-raising ideas will be taking place. Or should I say “Fun-raising” ideas. Hundreds and hundreds of kids will get together today in an absolute mayhem fun house at the DRI‘s Carnival for a Cure and Kids Party for a Cure. Different than […]
I was asked by someone recently what a cure looks like to me? She writes, “Is the cure you visualize one without side effects, complications and risk. Does it restore normal beta cell function in some way? Does it involve an operation? Will they need any other medication? Will the cure last or will they […]
Happy Valentine’s Day. Those who know, know they have my heart. But the islet cell picture in the shape of the heart, that I posted today, was discovered by one of the Researchers at the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) and given to the world to use. That simple gesture of sharing with the world is indicative […]