Luke Kunin, a player for the San Jose Sharks, hosted a skating party at Sharks Ice for children and families affected by Type 1 diabetes through his LKT1D Fund. Diagnosed with the condition at age 12, Kunin started the fund in 2021 to raise awareness, fund research, and support youth with Type 1 diabetes. The event, featuring San Jose Sharks teammates and mascot SJ Sharkie, aimed to foster community and engage families in the fight against this challenging health issue.
Kunin created his fund in 2021 to help bring awareness, fund research and support kids with Type 1 diabetes.
This rare form of diabetes impacts fewer than two million people in the United States and can severely impact athletic performance.
At the age of 12, Luke Kunin was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, which influenced his commitment to help others facing similar challenges.
Families joined Luke Kunin for a skating party to celebrate and raise awareness for Type 1 diabetes, promoting community and support among those affected.
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