Hundreds of families and supporters are lacing up their shoes today for the annual Breakthrough T1D Walk at Liberty Memorial, raising awareness and funds for research aimed at curing Type 1 diabetes.

For many, this event is deeply personal.

Marlo Martin, who has taken part in the walk for more than a decade, says its about far more than the steps. Its about support, education, and hope.

"I have been involved with Breakthrough T1D, formerly known as JDRF, for the past 14 years, she said. My daughter was diagnosed with diabetes, and so Ive done the walk. I think this is our 15th walk at least. It means a lot to everyone that comes out for our new families, our existing families, everyone affected by Type 1 diabetes."

Breakthrough T1D, formerly known as the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foun

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