THE CHALLENGE
It's not Type 1 diabetes that sidelines people. It's prejudice.
Type 1 diabetes is still surrounded by misconceptions. Some believe it's caused by eating too much sugar, that it's contagious, or that it prevents children from playing sports. But sometimes, the biggest obstacles aren't medical. They're the assumptions and attitudes of others.
For Koç University Hospital, we set out to challenge these misconceptions through real stories. We put five people living with Type 1 diabetes in the spotlight. From Deniz, a young swimmer, to Eda Nur, a nurse who has lived with diabetes for 24 years, we brought their stories to life through short films and a poster series. Five different lives, one shared message: Hepimiz 1'iz, Hayatın İçindeyiz. We're all part of life.
Is Type 1 diabetes contagious? Is it caused by eating too much sugar? Does it stop you from playing sports? Our Instagram Story series tackled common misconceptions and set the record straight.
This time, children and families told their own stories. From football and chess to music and volleyball, we brought together photos and videos of their everyday lives, turning these shared moments into social posts and video collages.
