"I am a fighter and I will not let diabetes stop me from doing everything I want to do in life," says Christopher, diagnosed at age 13. A competitive tennis player, he is determined to play tennis in college and practices for two or three hours every day.


"I am a fighter and I will not let diabetes stop me from doing everything I want to do in life," says Christopher, diagnosed at age 13. A competitive tennis player, he is determined to play tennis in college and practices for two or three hours every day. He is also determined to do everything he can in the fight against diabetes. Along with his family and friends, Christopher participates in JDRF fundraisers throughout the year. Christopher has volunteered over 100 hours of community service, and is interested in one day becoming a lawyer and helping underprivileged people. As a delegate, Christopher wants to raise awareness about type 1 diabetes, especially among young people.

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