### Mary Tyler Moore's Contributions to Diabetes Advocacy and Awareness Mary Tyler Moore, a legendary actress, was also a passionate advocate for diabetes awareness and research. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 33 in 1970, the same year her famous TV show launched, she became a prominent figure in the diabetes community. She helped found the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation (JDF), now known as JDRF, and served as its international chairman starting in 1984. Moore's advocacy work was groundbreaking. She shattered many stereotypes about diabetes, showing that people with diabetes (PWDs) could lead full, successful lives. Her openness about her condition helped educate the public and raise significant funds for diabetes research. She was involved in numerous campaigns, including the “What Does Hope Look Like?” ad campaign, and helped raise millions of dollars for research. Mary Tyler Moore's legacy includes her book “Growing Up Again: Life, Loves, and Oh Yeah Diabetes,” which is part of JDRF’s T1D Care Kit for newly diagnosed adults. She also chaired the Children’s Congress from its inception in 1999 and received the JDRF’s Humanitarian of the Year Award in 2007. Her impact on the diabetes community is profound, inspiring many and accelerating advancements in diabetes research and treatment. Mary Tyler Moore will always be remembered as a champion for those living with type 1 diabetes.