I’ve been in the life sciences industry for almost 30 years. Throughout my career, one thing has driven me to try and make a difference. Patients. Patients like Annette.

Recently, Annette shared with Team Novo Nordisk what it’s like living with diabetes as a Black woman. Like many in her family, Annette had been in denial of her diagnosis. She followed her doctor’s guidance but hesitated to change a way of life she loved. She spoke about how this struggle is common in Black communities due to lack of understanding from some physicians about the role culture plays in shaping a healthy lifestyle.