Patient Available for Interview: Eva Pårup, Living with Type 1 Diabetes Since 1967

Patient Available for Interview: Eva Pårup, Living with Type 1 Diabetes Since 1967

Eva Pårup, a 76-year-old with type 1 diabetes, is available for interviews to share her firsthand experience on how diabetes care has evolved over the decades and how modern technology, including automated insulin delivery, has transformed her daily life.

How automated insulin delivery allows a 76-year-old with diabetes to live life to the fullest

Meet Eva Pårup, a vibrant 76-year-old who has been living with type 1 diabetes since the 1960s. Despite the hurdles, Eva has always embraced life with a spirit of adventure and determination, traveling extensively and maintaining a successful career. Her journey with diabetes took a positive turn when she started using an insulin pump in 2002. This technology has enabled her to continue her travels, proving that with the right tools, nothing is impossible.

The evolution of diabetes awareness and support over the decades

Today, individuals diagnosed with type 1 diabetes have access to a comprehensive support system that includes doctors, dieticians, nurse educators, psychologists, and a vast online community. This holistic approach helps them manage their condition effectively. However, this level of support was not available 50 years ago.

When Eva Pårup was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 1967 at the age of 19, there was a significant lack of understanding and support from both the medical profession and society. Eva had no one to guide her on dietary choices or diabetes management. The advice she received was rudimentary at best—avoid sugar and limit herself to no more than two potatoes a day. One of her employers even went as far as to call her doctor to inquire about her life expectancy.

Now at 76, Eva has witnessed firsthand the remarkable evolution of diabetes awareness and support in Sweden. She offers valuable advice to young people who have recently been diagnosed, emphasizing the benefits of automated insulin delivery systems. Her unique perspective highlights the progress made in diabetes care and the importance of embracing new technologies to improve quality of life.

How diabetes technology has evolved over the years

According to the T1dindex, approximately 110,000 people are living in Sweden with type 1 diabetes, an autoimmune condition where the pancreas makes little or no insulin. Advances in technology have significantly transformed the experience of managing type 1 diabetes for those diagnosed today compared to previous decades.

Eva Pårup, now 76 years old, offers a unique perspective on this evolution. Diagnosed in 1967, she has witnessed remarkable progress in diabetes care over the past 50 years. From the introduction of synthetic human insulins and self-monitoring blood glucose meters to the development of automated insulin pumps, the changes have been profound.

Eva shares valuable advice for young people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, emphasizing the benefits of automated insulin delivery systems. Her insights highlight the importance of embracing new technologies to improve the quality of life for those living with diabetes.

Interview Opportunity

Eva Pårup is available to discuss her personal journey and how diabetes care has evolved, offering insight into how new technologies are shaping the future of diabetes management. For contact, please reach out to Press contact Sofia.bjarno@medtronic.com

Disclaimer:

The experiences and outcomes described in the story angles & video are specific to the individual featured and may not be representative of all patients. Individual results can vary, and the information provided should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment tailored to your personal health needs.