Personal Essay: Diabetes In High Schools

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On September 22, 2003 I was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes. That day changed my life completely. Some people say that having diabetes is a curse, but I think of it as a blessing. Although I’ve had my ups and downs with diabetes, I know one thing for sure. I wouldn’t be the person I am today if I didn’t have diabetes. Upon first being diagnosed, I had to learn how to take care of myself and how to balance my diabetes with my everyday life. Being in high school, I’ve learned how important taking care of myself was, because if I wasn’t in control I wouldn’t be able to take part in school and extra-curricular activities. My want to do well in school drove me to keep my diabetes in the best control I possibility could. Because my diabetes and …show more content…

One of the greatest opportunity that having diabetes has granted me is being able to attend a diabetic camp known as Camp Sweeney. Camp Sweeney is one of few camps in the country designed specifically for kids with diabetes. But, Camp Sweeney is more than just a diabetic summer camp. It is a lifestyle-enhancing program that builds self-confidence. Camp Sweeney empowers campers to have the strength to make healthy lifestyle choices. As a camper I’ve learned to serve others by doing small helpful things for them. This giving atmosphere develops and fosters a friendship that allows campers to relate and connect to other young diabetics who share their struggles, goals and dreams. I’ve spent a lot of time volunteering for camp, and I’ve joined some programs that allow me to teach newly diagnosed diabetics and their families. Camp Sweeney has taught and inspired me to give back to others, whether they are diabetics or not. Having the want to give back, I recently started to volunteer regularly. At school I joined key club, which gives me the opportunity to volunteer with friends and learn new things about my community. I’ve also become involved with the Austin Humane Society, which is where I became a cat socializer, meaning I take care and love on

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