What if you could prepare for a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes instead of being blindsided by it? This puts me in mind of the expression “To be forewarned is to be forearmed”. Until recently, type 1 diagnosis was not predictable.
Diabetes Overview Articles
How can I check if I have diabetes?
Are you wondering, do I have diabetes? The reality is, anyone can develop this disease. That’s why it’s so important to be aware of signs and symptoms that may signal diabetes and get tested for a proper diagnosis. Here are some key ways to check if you have diabetes or may be at risk for developing it in the future.
It’s time to tackle diabetes stigma and the school environment
Children flourish when they are safe, secure, loved, and given the freedom to explore their world in ways that reflect their abilities. At the same time, children are vulnerable; they are naturally dependent on others around them.
Diabetes and Aging
Canadians living with diabetes face new health risks as they get older. Learn what you need to know about aging with diabetes – and how to stay as healthy as possible.
Type 1 diabetes in Canada: how common is it, early detection and management
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a chronic autoimmune disease in which the immune system destroys insulin‑producing beta cells in the pancreas.
Type 1 diabetes and family history: what we know about risk and the autoimmune nature
While type 1 diabetes (T1D) can run in families, most people who develop it don’t have a known family history. This article explores how genetics and the immune system play a role in risk
