University of Florida researchers have found that the variety of bacteria in a child’s digestive tract is strongly linked to whether that child develops type 1 diabetes.
At camp, when children make new friends, explore the world around them, and learn that “I can” is much more powerful than “I can’t”, magic happens. In an environment created just for them, children learn skills, develop self-esteem, and gain a sense of independence.
On July 9th, Congressman Cliff Stearn met with Kaylin and Trinity Hoffmann to discuss the Promise to Remember Me Campaign, which is meant to strengthen the relationship between families living with Type 1 Diabetes and legislators.
Congratulations to the pediatric endocrinology program at Shands Children’s Hospital at the University of Florida for being ranked 12th highest in the country in the 2010 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings!
If you, or your child, are planning on flying this summer, the TSA has established rules for screening people with diabetes. This includes allowing juice, insulin, and pumps to pass through security.
There are many quick tips available online regarding traveling over the summer with diabetes. Also featured is the ADA’s handbook on preventing diabetes and its’ related complications.
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Patients who have been part of the Diabetic Self-Management Education Program feel better able to manage their diabetes after being taught how to self-manage the disease with current advances in medical care and education.
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The Diabetes Practicum 2010 Workshops are continuing education programs for healthcare professionals. They are focused on diabetes management, research, current treatments, complications, and health. Each session is with 5.5 CEs.
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The Diabetes Center of Excellence at Shands at the University of Florida unites clinical care, research, education and advocacy to provide a comprehensive program to improve the lives of people living with diabetes. The pediatric and adult clinics are dedicated to caring for people with diabetes, emphasizing prevention and evidence based diabetes management. The education self-management programs teach patients to take control of their diabetes enabling them to lead healthy lives and avoid long-term diabetes related complications. The Diabetes Center of Excellence is a leader in translational research aimed at preventing and ultimately reversing type 1 diabetes. The Center is home to multiple studies and clinical trials supported by the NIH, JDRF and other funding agencies.
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The UF Diabetes Center of Excellence is affiliated with the UF Diabetes Research, Education and Treatment Center.
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