Inspirational Stories

When living with diabetes, no two stories are the same. Omnipod® users come from all walks of life, each one full of their own ambitions, hardships, and triumphs. Explore these stories from sponsored Podvocates, everyday users, and Omnipod employees.

Theme Park Fun, With Diabetes Along for The Ride

While so many people compare life with diabetes to a never-ending roller coaster ride, I’m proof that real-life roller coasters can be fun! When I visit my local theme park on a hot summer day, I always remember my sunscreen, water and most importantly, a bag full of diabetes supplies.

Guest Blogger

November 20, 2018

Speak Your Truth: How One Podder™ Found Her Voice Through Theater and Diabetes

Elle Shaheen is a 19-year-old student at Harvard College and a proud member of the Podder™ community.

Guest Blogger

November 20, 2018

College Diabetes Network Hosts Pod Challenge at Florida Southern College

“What’s that thing on your arm?”

Guest Blogger

November 20, 2018

Sean Busby’s Heroes: Introducing Dan, College Student with Type 1 Diabetes

In a series of 12 episodes, PodderTalk™ is featuring interviews between professional snowboarder Sean Busby and inspirational people in the diabetes community. In this episode of Sean Busby’s Heroes, Sean talks with Dan, a college student living with type 1 diabetes.

Sean Busby

November 20, 2018

Getting Historic: One Man’s Mission to Run A Marathon in All 50 States

On June 15, I packed two suitcases, one for me and one for my two daughters, Avery and Harper. Together, we drove from Charlotte, NC to the airport in Greenville, SC for the start of our summer vacation. Our destination? Not the beach. Not Disney World. Somewhere more unique:

Alaska.

Ross Baker

November 20, 2018