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Type 1 Strong: two pilots who live with T1D share their stories
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Type 1 Strong: two pilots who live with T1D share their stories

Join pilots Captain Ben Sive and Dr Jeremy Robertson for an inspiring conversation about their lives with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Jeremy was a successful pilot when he was diagnosed with T1D; Ben was in training to become one. With both men grounded, they looked at other career options. Jeremy even became a doctor. But […]
Type 1 diabetes and working: tips for job-hunting
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Type 1 diabetes and working: tips for job-hunting

So the day has arrived when you’re ready to find your first job, or you’re ready to a find a new role. What’s next? The start of a new job is a big milestone, and you naturally want everything to go smoothly. With some extra planning and communication you can be safe, happy and successful […]
‘I thought my flying career was over’: Dr Jeremy Robertson’s career change after T1D diagnosis
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‘I thought my flying career was over’: Dr Jeremy Robertson’s career change after T1D diagnosis

Dr Jeremy Robertson didn’t always want to be a medical doctor – he was actually a commercial pilot when he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It was a huge turning point in his life. Here, he shares his story of how type 1 diabetes helped reshaped his career. I was diagnosed with type 1 […]
Managing shift work with type 1 diabetes
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Managing shift work with type 1 diabetes

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for adults living with type 1 diabetes. Download the full version for free here. Even if you don’t have type 1 diabetes (T1D), shift work can put a strain on health. There is no medical evidence indicating you shouldn’t perform shift work. […]
4 reasons you might consider disclosing your T1D at work
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4 reasons you might consider disclosing your T1D at work

This article is from Straight to the Point, our FREE guide for adults living with type 1 diabetes. Download your full copy for free. It goes without saying: your medical information is confidential. Your decision about whether or not to disclose your type 1 diabetes (T1D) to your employer or colleagues is personal, and will depend on your work circumstances and what […]