Anna Wareing

We are taking on a Wellness Walk for a happier, healthier future for all.

In April 2024 my whole life completely changed - I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and at the point of diagnosis was suffering from Diabetic Ketoacidosis, a life threatening complication of T1D. Since then I have faced many challenges, both physically and mentally. Every day is a struggle; the constant management of blood glucose levels, the physical effects of high and low blood sugars, the grief of a life I no longer have, and the worries and fears for the future. 

Living with Type 1 Diabetes is a constant and relentless battle, but I refuse to let it stop me from living as happy and as healthy a life as possible. And whilst this life changing diagnosis revealed an inner strength I once did not realise I had, I know I wouldn’t be able to fight every day without the support of my family and friends.

Together with my two best friends, Eleanor and Libby, I am completing a Wellness Walk to raise money for Diabetes UK.

1 in 15 of us is now living with diabetes and Diabetes UK is the charity leading the fight against the UK's devastating and fastest-growing health crisis. The money raised will help to fund research pushing for the next treatment breakthrough and speeding up progress towards a cure. It will help to raise awareness of the warning signs, and the reality and complications of living with T1D. And it will enable much needed support to be provided via their helpline. 

Together, we can walk towards a world where diabetes can do no harm.

Any donations are greatly appreciated, no matter how big or small. Please support us today.