Welcome to JDRF Northwest!
We are committed to funding the world’s best research to cure type 1 diabetes and its complications. JDRF Northwest serves people in Washington, Montana, and Alaska through advocacy efforts, online support and resources, educational events, research updates, fundraisers, and Northwest diabetes resources.
News Highlights
Researchers Convert Pancreas Cells to Produce Insulin
Scientists at Harvard University have transformed one type of cell into another in living mice, a huge step toward the goal of growing replacement tissues to treat diabetes and other diseases. Ordinary pancreas cells were changed into the rarer type that churns out insulin. This exciting breakthrough is a major leap in reprogramming cells, and suggests that someday doctors might be able to use a patient's own cells to treat disease without turning to stem cells taken from embryos.
Enter to Join Nick Jonas’ JDRF Walk Team!
Four lucky winners will join Team Jonas at the JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes on Nov. 1 in Los Angeles. Register for your chance to win from now until Oct. 1 – and learn more about this popular teen musician and type 1 diabetes activist.
Swing for a Cure in September!
Join us for 18 holes at the Canterwood Golf & County Club in Gig Harbor during the Sept. 6 On the Greens golf tournament and auction. Contact Brad Benson at 206-838-5153 or bbenson@jdrf.org for more details!
New Members Energize JDRF Northwest Boards
JDRF Northwest welcomed several new community leaders to two regional boards this summer. Michael Boyle, Sean Curran, Jonathan Letcher, Bob Nielsen, and Clay Thomson joined the Seattle board of directors, with Mark Bacik at the helm as president. On the South Sound board, we welcomed: Kathleen Clark, Peggy DeGregory, Bobby Erickson, Lisa Kelly, Brynn Meines, and Carol Steifer under the leadership of president Dave Corry.
Tips for Dealing with a New Diagnosis in College
Being a newly-diagnosed college student presents unique challenges for young people. Learn how to make the most of college life with type 1 diabetes, while taking the best possible care of yourself.
Tacoma Teen Athletes Join Type 1 Study
Four teenage rowers are determined not to let diabetes stop them from their athletic goals. They've gone one step further by joining a JDRF-Benaroya Research Institute study to unlock the mysteries of this automimmune disease. Learn how you can help!
Artificial Pancreas Just Years Away, Agree Experts
Top researchers believe that linking continuous glucose monitoring and insulin pumps into an artificial pancreas for millions of people living with diabetes may become a realistic development in the next few years.
Promising Research on Track, Thanks to NW Legislators
JDRF Northwest is grateful to the elected officials from Washington, Montana, and Alaska who rallied support to earmark millions of dollars for type 1 clinical trials and research grants through the Special Diabetes Program this summer.
Congress Approves $300 Million for Type 1 Research
The U.S. Senate passed a Medicare bill including $300 million for research through the Special Diabetes Program in mid-July. The House approved the bill in June. With strong Congressional support, the bill will become law despite President Bush’s veto.
Apply for Children’s Congress 2009
Children with type 1 diabetes that will be between the ages of 4 and 17 on June 21, 2009 (and have not yet been a delegate) are eligible to apply for JDRF’s Children's Congress. The young delegates, who represent all 50 states, gather in Washington D.C. in June 2009 to meet with members of Congress to educate them about the critical need for federal funding for type 1 research. Apply now through October 6, 2008.
Sign Up for JDRF Northwest eNews
Register now for our eNewsletter to keep up with the latest research developments, legislation, clinical studies, and events.
JDRF National News
- CBS Early Show Features JDRF’s Artificial Pancreas Project
- JDRF Announces 2008 Scholar Award Recipients
- JDRF Research Frontline Newsletter (July 2008)
- Life with Diabetes Newsletter (July 2008)
- Hope for Adults with Type 1 is Focus of Global Diabetes Research Forum
- Human Stem Cells Fully Functional When Transplanted Into Mice
- Parenting When You Have Type 1 Diabetes
- JDRF Kids Website
Volunteer for JDRF Northwest!
Whatever your interest, we’d love your help in our quest for a cure:
- Help in the Office
- Staff an Event
- Intern with Us
- Be a Gov. Relations Advocate
- Work at a Health Fair
- Serve on a Committee
- Donate Your Business Services
Call 206-838-5153 or e-mail jdrfnorthwest@jdrf.org to learn more!