I received my Joslin 75 year medal on August 10. I will not complete 75 years of Type 1 until September 15, so I have received the medal early. Several days ago I mailed a copy of my book to Joslin. It gave a thorough description of the days leading up to my diagnosis in 1945. I think the book may have given the needed proof for my 75 years.
Dr. King, Director of Research and Founder of the 50-Year Medalist Study sent me this message:
“We honor those with long duration type 1 diabetes by hosting a Medalist gathering every other year. The next celebration will be in 2021. I hope to have the opportunity to meet and personally honor you at this meeting.”
The Medalist meetings are usually held in May. I would love to attend that meeting, but I am concerned about being there in a crowd, and the virus. Maybe things will be more safe at that time?
Your posts always make me smile @Richard157. Thank you for being so inspiring. I can imagine when you were diagnosed that no one would have expected you’d be getting a medal 75 years later! I’m so happy your years of perseverance are being recognized.
Really amazing accomplishment @Richard157. I always look forward to your posts. Thank you, and I hope there is a vaccine prior to the next meeting so you can feel safe attending and celebrating.
Congratulations, Richard!!!
You probably already posted a link to your book, but could you please do so again? I have a friend who is almost to 75 years.
This is an amazing milestone. I hope you do, indeed, get the opportunity to participate in the medal ceremony next May!!
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