Kids' and Teens' Health

Helping Your Child Manage Type 1 Diabetes

To control type 1 diabetes and prevent complications, children must learn early on how to monitor their blood sugar levels and take insulin. Here are some important tips that will not only help you monitor your child’s disease, but begin the process of teaching them to monitor it as well.

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