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Early Diabetes Management

Bella reflects on her early diabetes management, recalling the lack of support from doctors and her resistance to treatment. Her mother's overwhelming struggle and the absence of her father's involvement added to the difficulties she faced in her early years with diabetes.

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Juicebox Podcast: Type 1 Diabetes
#484 The More Bella Knows
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