Global Stories
Creativity and Activism: Another World is Possible
30 Nov 2020, 9:38 a.m. in #insulin4all USA, Global Stories by Marina Tsaplina
Here are five reasons - showcasing #insuiln4all and other social change movements around the world - why joining art, creativity and activism together is so powerful. It fosters self-expression, community building, activation, it is inspiring and attention grabbing, and it leads activists to better engage with the media. Read more
There Is No Insulin in Iran
27 Oct 2020, 6:11 p.m. in Global Stories, News & Statements by Mahsa
Shortages of insulin are not something new in Iran, but recently there is no insulin at all. We were shocked by responses from our politicians who said, "The shortage is just for pens and we have plenty of internal production of insulin. People can replace it." However, the types of insulin that are produced in Iran are NPH and R. Few consumers in Iran use NPH. About 70 percent of Iranian people with diabetes use insulin pens. Read more
Representing Latin America’s Insulin Access Needs at the World Health Organization Workshop
28 Sep 2020, 4:55 p.m. in Global Stories by Daniela Rojas
I felt empowered that the voices of those of us living with type 1 diabetes were respectfully listened and taken into account by the WHO. As noted: Patients have power. Being able to represent my country made those words feel real, and it had tremendous value for me. Read more
People with Type 1 Diabetes Take Action After the Explosion in Beirut
18 Aug 2020, 11:30 a.m. in Global Stories, News & Statements by T1International
“My first thoughts when it happened was that an earthquake had hit, because the earth shook so hard that I could literally feel tectonic plates shifting. The first thing I did was grab my insulin supplies and run down the stairs.” Read more
Fighting for LGBTQ+ Justice and #insulin4all
8 Jul 2020, 10:17 p.m. in #insulin4all USA, Global Stories by Quinn Leighton
Delaying care due to these fears as a queer or trans person is not uncommon in any medical setting, however if you delay care living with diabetes, it can lead to life-threatening complications or even worse. It’s imperative that LGBTQ+ people living with diabetes and other chronic illnesses have the security, affirmation and resources to access the care they need. Read more
An Insulin Resolution is Necessary for Lebanon and the World
29 Jun 2020, 9:30 a.m. in Global Stories by Cyrine Farhat
Lebanon’s recent financial crisis has caused a dollar shortage that, since September, has restricted the ability of medical supply importers to import vital medical supplies. First it started with masks, gloves, and other protective gear, as well as ventilators and spare parts, and now even essential diabetes supplies are sometimes unavailable. Read more
My Black Diabetic Life Matters
15 Jun 2020, 9:36 a.m. in #insulin4all USA, Global Stories by Anonymous
When I left the hospital I remember wondering, “Why did my mom have to beg those people to do their job when I was visibly sick?” A few years later after I had dealt with numerous visits, checkups, and insurance calls, I became aware of the medical side of racism. Read more
How Shareholders Benefit from Insulin Price Increases
6 May 2020, 11:11 a.m. in #insulin4all USA, Global Stories by Rosie Collington
In March of this year, researchers at the University of Pittsburgh provided evidence that the net price of insulin medicines in the United States had also soared – by 51% between 2008-2017. This indicates that while other intermediaries had benefited from list price increases, the manufacturers had too. This may seem obvious, but having data to prove it is important. Read more
Global Type 1 Diabetes Coronavirus Perspectives
10 Apr 2020, 10:41 a.m. in Global Stories by T1International
Ten people living with type 1 diabetes share their perspectives about the impact of the coronavirus on their country and their health. Read more
Type 1 diabetes Advocacy in Mexico
6 Mar 2020, 12:28 p.m. in Global Stories by Gisela Ayala, Mariana Gómez & Ricardo Mondragón
This movement’s objective is to influence public policies for the benefit of people living with T1D in this country. We need your help. We need to learn from diabetes advocates in other countries and from their experience to change the lives of others and learn tools to raise our voice to make change happen. We believe that we can be stronger together. Read more