September 8, 2016 5:30 am
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Paige Maas, 12, takes off during Tour de Cure. Maas was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes five years ago. (Contributed photo)
From left, Mark Buzzell, Makayla Buzzell, Jamie Maas, Paige Mass and Pam Maas all participated on the Tour de Cure team, "Paige's Pilots," which raised more than $32,000 for the American Diabetes Association, for diabetes research and prevention.
Jamie, 10, gives the thumbs up during a 29 mile bike ride. She rides in honor of her sister, Paige. (Contributed photo)
Cyclists conquer a hill during the Tour de Cure, held Saturday, July 30, at Amber Glen Park in Hillsboro. It features distances ranging from 10 to 104 miles, and a 3 mile walk option. (Contributed photo)
Paige's Pilots included 15 pilots from several different airlines, who came together with other team members and participated in the Tour de Cure, held in July. (Contributed photo)
When bad things happen, seemingly out of nowhere, reactions can vary wildly.
In 2011, Washougal resident Paige Maas was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, an autoimmune disorder, where the body attacks insulin-producing cells. Without artificial insulin, administered through a pump or syringe, Type 1 is fatal.
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