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The Glucose Gazette

The Glucose Gazette

Written by: Jenna Purnell
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The Glucose Gazette provides kids and families a platform to unite in the diabetic community by sharing inspiring stories, support and humor. Whether you are someone who was recently diagnosed or in 1997 like Mrs. Purnell, our goal is that no-one feels alone or misunderstood while battling this invisible disease. Diabetes is a complex disease that doesn’t come with instructions or an off button. Here at the Glucose Gazette, we are judgement free, provide a lot of love, work best while laughing, and take moments to celebrate every win 🧃 join us while we guess that number and make lifelong diabuddies!

Jenna Purnell 2024
Literature & Fiction
Episodes
  • Ep. 5 Gold Medalist T1D Mama-ger
    May 16 2024

    Jenna and her "Mama-ger" Linda discuss their experience with type 1 diabetes. Linda shares her perspective as Jenna's mother and caregiver, highlighting some of the challenges they faced and strategies they used to manage Jenna's diabetes. They discuss topics such as diagnosis, blood sugar monitoring, insulin administration, school accommodations, and the emotional impact of living with diabetes.

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    13 mins
  • Ep. 4 Diabetes 101 (Ted Talk Version)
    Apr 21 2024

    Jenna provides an overview of type 1 diabetes (T1D) and clarifies the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. She explains that T1D is an autoimmune disease where the pancreas stops producing insulin, while type 2 diabetes can be managed with medication, exercise, and diet. Jenna also discusses the challenges of living with T1D, such as constantly monitoring blood sugar levels and the risk of low and high blood sugar episodes. She highlights the potential complications of T1D, including diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), and shares her personal experience with the disease.

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    3 mins
  • Ep. 3 We got London on da track!
    Apr 10 2024

    In this episode, Mrs. Purnell interviews London Lee, a third-grade student with type 1 diabetes. They discuss London's diagnosis, his experience in the hospital, and the challenges of living with diabetes. They also talk about the Diabuddies and the Unstoppable Club, a support group for kids with diabetes. London shares his advice for other kids with type one and expresses his wish for a world where everyone understands and supports each other.

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    10 mins
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