![In this image, SALLY is pictured posing towards camera. The picture is framed from head to just below their shoulders. They are a drag artist, with bright blonde hair down to their shoulders. They are wearing pale blue crinkled gloves up to their biceps, with a matching head piece. They are also wearing a jewel necklace, with 6 rows of different jewels. They have hoop gold earrings that read 'babygirl' inside.](https://diabetes-resources-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/resources-s3/public/styles/hero_mobile_528_x_247/public/2024-06/SALLY%20Banner.jpg?VersionId=POiIBgt6KaXKE8VrShQ55ML9F8he.6AV&itok=pcXgqoZt)
SALLY
"Telling people I had diabetes, felt a lot like coming out. I just felt like I had this secret, that I was embarrassed to tell people about. I don’t think we talk enough about the stigma and embarrassment that you can experience when you’re living with diabetes."
SALLY, a drag artist from the north-east of England, has lived with type 1 diabetes for over 10 years. They shared their experiences with us of life with diabetes, from their diagnosis to juggling blood sugar levels alongside a demanding schedule of shows.
Photo by: Amelia Davis