Child Singing Star Tramples Type 1 Diabetes

Written by Amy Tenderich | Published on January 3, 2017

Emily Taylor Kaufman is a little powerhouse. Just 12 years old and in the 7th grade, she's already graced the musical stage, won a singing contest run by Phil Collins, and been signed on by a national talent agency. She's appeared in 15 musical productions including her favorite roles as Tracy in Hairspray and the witch in Into the Woods, and earned high accolades for her tap and jazz performances at regional and national dance competitions. When Emily was diagnosed type 1 diabetes three years ago, she took it in stride, her mother Bonnie tells us. Now, the South Florida mom-daughter duo are focusing on Emily's budding career, while carefully maintaining her blood sugar levels. 

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http://www.healthline.com/diabetesmine/emily-kaufman-child-singing-star-T1-diabetes#1

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