Dan Farrow
danfarrow.bsky.social
Dan Farrow
@danfarrow.bsky.social
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πŸ’‰ T1D d/x 2005 πŸ’Ό Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) Head of Community Engagement. Views my own. β€œOne day your life will flash before your eyes, it's on you to make it worth watching.”
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… reassuring. Forever grateful for this wonderful technology πŸ’™ #Type1Diabetes @gbdocinfo.bsky.social
It’s the small things that make life with #T1D that bit easier. What might seem simple to others can have a huge impact - like the new CarPlay update that lets Live Activities/widgets from my (DIY) Loop show up while driving. Having glucose levels visible makes the road safer and so much more … 1/2
… and most importantly, help raise vital funds to drive forward life-changing research. Huge thanks to everyone who came along and made it so special. Until next time! #T1D #GBDoc #NIDoc @gbdocinfo.bsky.social 2/2
What an incredible day at the @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social OneWalk #Belfast on Saturday! πŸ’™ These events are all about community, connection, and hope – and it was full of all three. It was amazing to walk alongside so many people who get it, share stories, raise awareness of #Type1Diabetes … 1/2
So excited to see many of you at our @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social #London Discovery Day and Technology Exhibition tomorrow, and of course, the bit we love the most: the conversations, support and connection of the #T1D community πŸ’™

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We at @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social want to hear your thoughts and experiences with hybrid closed loop (HCL) systems, please take a few minutes to fill out our survey πŸ‘‡

Take the survey here: bit.ly/4nMCCVO πŸ’™ thank you!

Please share #T1D #GBDoc #NIDoc #Type1Diabetes #HCL @gbdocinfo.bsky.social
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… community – the conversations, the support, and the connections that make these days so special.

Sign up below – can’t wait to see many of you there πŸ™πŸΌ

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Thrilled to announce our upcoming @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social Discovery Day in #London! We’ve got an incredible agenda planned, featuring the brilliant @parthaskar.bsky.social (huge thanks, Partha! πŸ’™).

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, share, and be inspired by the power of the #T1D … 1/2
… message: You belong. You’re seen. And you are brilliant, exactly as you are 🫢🏻 2/2

#RepresentationMatters @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social #Type1Diabetes @gbdocinfo.bsky.social
This is such exciting news 🀩 – representation and normalisation really matters πŸ’™
For people living with a health condition – here, #T1D – seeing their own experiences reflected in something as iconic and powerful as Barbie is incredible. It sends a loud, clear… 1/2

www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/ar...
Barbie: First doll with type 1 diabetes released - CBBC Newsround
Thousands of different Barbie dolls have made their way into shops since they first started being made - but now the first one with type 1 diabetes has been released.
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impact on an international scale.

Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the journey so far. You’ve made these 10 years fly by (literally!) – and filled them with purpose, community, laughter, partnership and plenty of fun. 5/5
that never stops inspiring me and motivates me to continue. It reinforces daily that none of us are alone, and that #T1D doesn’t have to define or limit us.

Also thanks to our brilliant international Breakthrough T1D network, this work crosses borders – amplifying voices, ideas and … 4/5
… #Type1Diabetes. And it’s this spirit of collaboration that I value most – it’s where the real change happens πŸ’™

The impact that’s happened in this time has been remarkable, but it’s rooted in those everyday conversations that spark change, energy and insight of this community… 3/5
Over the past decade, I’ve been lucky to work with some truly amazing people – across the #T1D community, colleagues, healthcare, research, volunteers and partner organisations all united by the goal of helping people feel confident, informed and supported in managing… 2/5
Today marks 10 years of working at Breakthrough T1D UK – and what a journey it’s been! πŸŽ‰ A moment to reflect.

When I started here, I knew I wanted to make a difference: but I didn’t imagine just how much purpose, passion and community I’d find along the way. And that’s thanks to all of you. 1/5
2/2 … none of us are alone, and that #T1D doesn’t have to define or limit us. So thankful to be part of it @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social

#Type1Diabetes #TAD2025
What a day 🀩 further to earlier update ⬇️ today’s Talking About Diabetes TAD event was another powerful reminder of the power and spirit of community. Being surrounded by others who truly understand – through shared experiences, empathy and strength was incredibly uplifting. It reinforced that… 1/2
2/2 … break down the stigma surrounding #diabetes #T1D.

Diabetes is not a journey anyone should ever walk alone and today is a great example that none of us have to 🌍 #TAD2025 #Community #Type1Diabetes
Delighted to be at TAD (Talking About Diabetes) in the epic city of Liverpool today @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social – an event that beautifully reminds us of the incredible power of community πŸ’™

From personal stories to powerful conversations, TAD brings people together to inspire, support and 1/2
I had the pleasure of attending the launch of @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social report β€˜Facing the Future: Ageing with Type 1 Diabetes and the Need for Change’ today at the Royal College of Physicians πŸ’™
It was an inspiring event highlighting the urgent need to better support people ageing with #T1D 1/2
The most amazing news Karen Addington @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social πŸ’™ huge congratulations! Your MBE is so well deserved – what an incredible recognition of your passion, drive, and tireless work to improve lives for people affected by #T1D. We’re all so proud of you!

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The event is in full swing @breakthrought1duk.bsky.social πŸ’™