T1D Resources

Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong condition in which the body no longer makes insulin, a hormone needed to control blood sugar. It is an autoimmune condition and is not preventable. Management requires daily monitoring, insulin, and attention to food and activity.

Please see the following for more information about type 1 diabetes or reach out to your school nurse. 

What Is Type 1 Diabetes? (for Kids) | Nemours KidsHealth

What Is Type 1 Diabetes? (Video) Nemours KidsHealth

Type 1 Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment – HealthyChildren.org

Here’s what to know about type 1 diabetes screenings for your family – Mayo Clinic Press