Alecia Wesner has been part of the Breakthrough T1D family since her diagnosis with type 1 diabetes (T1D) in Philadelphia in 1979. She has participated in Walks and Rides and served on her Community Board in New York City.
Since 2014, Alecia has participated in numerous T1D clinical trials, many of which were early artificial pancreas system trials. She has also participated in an implantable CGM clinical trial, a complication prevention trial, and numerous studies addressing the psychological and sociological impact of living with T1D.
Clinical trials are so empowering. Participating is a great way to contribute to science and also learn.”
Widespread awareness brings us closer to advancing breakthroughs to cure, prevent, and treat type 1 diabetes (T1D) until it is a condition of the past. Visit our Diabetes Awareness Month page to learn more about how you can get involved.
