Kylene, originally diagnosed with Diabetes Type 2 later found out she was not Type 2
but actually Type 1. This correct diagnosis came after several hospital stays and a
conversation with one of the providers. Digging into further medical history and current
medications the provider ordered additional testing which revealed she was in fact Type
1. Kylene is an advocate in the diabetes community who founded Blackdiabetic Girl
which focuses on diversity and inclusion of Black and People of Color in the diabetic
community. Making merchandise that focuses on representation. Kylene is also co-
founder of Dope Diabetic Girls Club. Dope Diabetic Girls is a club for diabetic women of
all types, age and race. Our mission is to provide a safe space for women to come talk
about diabetes, connect with others and form those friendships within the diabetic
community. We knew what it was like not having women who shared this disease to
travel this journey with so we wanted to ensure that every diabetic woman has a
tribe. While this might seem like alot Kylene is also pursuing her educational journey
working on a degree in Social Work.
Places to find Kylene
IG -@blackdiabeticgirl
Twitter -@blkdiabeticgirl
Website- www..Blackdiabeticgirl.com
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