Screening experiences from real patients
Watch stories of how early screening can make a difference
Listen to Jessica and why she wanted her sister Harriet to get screened
Hear from Jessica, who lives with Type 1 Diabetes, and her sister Harriet, who completed at-home screening.
Step 1 - GET THE FACTS
Learn about the impact that T1D has had on both Jessica and her family, the risk for Harriet as her FDR, and the benefit of early detection screening.
Step 2 - TAKE THE TEST
Harriet explains her positive experience of the at-home screening test and mentions the option of screening in clinics/Doctor's office.
Step 3 - GET THE RESULTS
Harriet provides honest insight into the wait process. Jessica tells us of her shock diagnosis as a child following DKA. We end with the pair speaking about the invaluable knowledge of knowing early.
Learn about Vanessa's screening experience
Learn about Vanessa's journey living with an autoimmune condition and how early screening empowered her to stay ahead.
Step 1 - UNDERSTAND YOUR RISK
Vanessa lives with an autoimmune condition, which also puts her at increased risk for type 1 diabetes. She wanted to understand if something might be happening that she couldn’t see.
Step 2 - TAKE THE TEST
She chose a simple finger-prick home test to get started. A small blood sample was collected and sent for analysis to check for the presence of autoantibodies.
Step 3 - STAY AHEAD
For Vanessa, this was an important step in taking control of her health. It gives her a sense of calm knowing she is doing something proactive to stay ahead.