I have always loved Mary Tyler Moore. I remember snuggling on the couch with my mom one night a week to watch the Mary Tyler Moore show. I don't know what was more comical -- the humor of the storyline or hearing my mom's roaring laugh each Saturday.

I found out years ago Moore has type 1 diabetes. Right away, it comforted me. Maybe it was because I admired her acting skills and love her warm smile. My young brain logic went something like this, "If Mary Tyler Moore has type 1, then maybe it's not so bad my older brother has juvenile diabetes." Whatever the reason, I did some research to catch up on Moore 's activities these days.

Born in 1936, Moore turns 71 this year. Her activism in support of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRF) is remarkable. As JDRF's International Chairman, Moore has regularly testified before Congress for juvenile diabetes research. She is heading to Washington D.C. later this month to testify once again at Children's Congress 2007. Moore and over 100 kids with type 1 diabetes will meet with top U.S. Government officials to advocate for the cause. These pioneering delegates represent all 50 states and the District of Columbia .

I applaud Mary Tyler Moore for her efforts on behalf of type 1 diabetics worldwide. Watch for future posts on Children's Congress 2007 -- this influential event only comes around every two years.

This Sunday, September 3, 2006 join the uproarious laughter of Jim Turner (best known for HBO's Arli$$), as he tests your trivia talent while paying tribute to the unspoken heroes of the diabetes community, healthcare professionals and caregivers. He uses his Diabetes Toolbox to facilitate the introductions. From what I've heard, the Diabetes Toolbox alone is worth tuning in!

Jim, a co-host of dLifeTV, was diagnosed as a type I diabetic in high school. He has found that sharing his experiences as a diabetic will help other diabetics understand that they are not alone. The unique gift Jim uses to relay this message is his craft for comedy.

So if you think that you or someone you know is a celebrity trivia genius, tune into dLifeTV (on CNBC) this Sunday, September 3, 2006 at 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT and rediscover Susan (Heidi Swedberg) , the ill-fated fiancé of Seinfeld's George Costanza; Jeffrey Rosso the high school guidance counselor from Freaks and Geeks; Spin City's Carter Sebastian Heywood and many others who team up to remind you that they exist and deserve their own kind of special recognition -- just like diabetes caregivers!

Anybody who has been granted the dubious distinction of multiple blood glucose readings a day will appreciate the lively approach my endocrinologist has applied to diabetes management. As his cartoon-depicted alter ego, Dr. Grady brings you straightforward explanations of the medical issues in the form of comic strips. His approach is the CartoonMD®, which is medical information made very, very simple.

A new class of diabetes agents was created and released on the market for patient care called the incretin mimetics. Greek to you, too? Exactly. Here's what I did -- take yourself a minute or two to pay homage to the comedic genius and frustrated artist that I proudly (and often) call doctor. If nothing more, you'll enjoy the momentary reminiscing of Saturday morning cartoons with an intellectual spin.

I encourage everybody to take a look at the educational entertainment from the good doctor, Dr. Grady. It truly is medical information that goes down easy!