Bernard Farrell Triathlon for a Type 1 Cure

Triathlon for a Type 1 Cure

In 2006 and 2007 I took part in some bike rides that raised funds to support Dr. Denise Faustman's research into a cure for type 1 diabetes. With the help from many, many friends and colleagues I was able to raise over $18,000.

Since then, Dr. Faustman has started a phase 1 trial for her approach. In 2009 she will be starting a phase 2 trial. For this work her lab will need about $25 million.

This year I'm taking part in the Hyannis Sprint 2 Triathlon to raise funds for this important research. This will be my first 'tri' and I'll be swimming 1/4 miles, biking 10 miles and running 3.5 miles to raise funds for this research. I'm hoping to raise $3,600 to mark the end of my 36th year with diabetes.

The costs of diabetes are staggering, about $116 billion in 2007 for all types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes requires daily injections of insulin and blood glucose monitoring many times a day to try and control blood sugar levels. High blood sugars levels increases the risk of diabetes complications like blindess, kidney disease and other health issues.

I appreciate your sponsorship for any amount. To do this please make out a check to Massachusetts General Hospital with Dr. Faustman Type 1 research in the memo field.

Then send it to me at
  Bernard Farrell
  P.O Box 937
  Westford, MA 01886

If you're in the US, your donation is tax-deductible.

I know there are lots of demands for your charitable dollars. If you don't want to support me, please keep my efforts in your thoughts and prayers.

Acknowledgements

Thank you to the following people who are sponsoring my efforts.