Stories
Tracy's story
Tracy’s daughter Jaz tested positive for type 1 autoantibodies. Early detection brings anxiety but also hope. The Registry offers vital support, research opportunities, and pathways to delay or ease future diagnosis.
Lisa and Jack's story
Jack’s early Type 1 diabetes diagnosis prevented hospital admission. Ongoing monitoring, support, and insulin improved his health. A national registry is vital for tracking progression, research, trials, and prevention strategies.
News
Ash speaks at Talking About Diabetes (TAD) conference
On 28th June 2025, PPI advisor Ash spoke at the TAD conference in Liverpool, discussing his experience of screening, diagnosis, and Type 1 Diabetes. He introduced the UK Islet Autoantibody registry, sparking lively conversation and support.
Identifying Children at Risk of Type 1 Diabetes – Podcast with Dr Rachel Besser
Dr Rachel Besser explains how new treatment options mean it is now important to identify children before they develop symptomatic Type 1 diabetes. Rachel is working to ensure testing for risk of Type 1 diabetes is done in the best way for children and their families.
UK’s first registry to be set up for those at risk of type 1 diabetes
Researchers from the Oxford BRC and other collaborating organisations have received funding to set up a UK registry for children and adults who are at risk of type 1 diabetes and have tested positive for diabetes autoantibodies.