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This episode of Diabeteics Doing Things features Antoinette Watkins, the founder of Diabaddie Org. She discusses her personal journey with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), from being diagnosed at a young age to her extensive dance career and eventual pivot to healthcare to better support the T1D community. Antoinette highlights the importance of diabetes camps in normalizing the experience for young diabetics and her efforts to make these opportunities more accessible to minority communities. She also delves into the stigmas faced by minority diabetics and the need for representation and role models in the diabetes community. Sponsored by Embecta, this episode is a beacon of inspiration and empowerment for anyone affected by diabetes.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:35 Meet Antoinette Watkins
02:42 Antoinette's Diabetes Journey
06:52 Living with Diabetes: Challenges and Triumphs
13:55 Diabaddie Org and Community Impact
20:41 Starting Diabaddie: The Inspiration and Mission
22:07 The Importance of Diabetes Camp
23:16 Challenges and Triumphs of Diabetic Kids at Camp
25:20 Expanding Horizons: Chris Dudley Basketball Camp
32:57 Personal Journey and Stigma in Minority Communities
37:13 The Power of Representation and Role Models
42:51 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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