Children, Teens and Young Adults
Diabetes at School
Managing diabetes at school or in the day care setting takes a team that includes the child with diabetes, the parents, the care provider, and school personnel. All students should work with their care provider to complete a Diabetes Medical Management Plan. More…
Diabetes Basics
- Getting rid of used needles, syringes, and lancets
- Hemoglobin A1C (“HA1C”): What this number means
- Glucagon Injection Instructions
Diabetes Camps
- Florida Diabetes Camp (Lake Winona, FL)
- ADA Diabetes Camp (Jacksonville, FL)
- Lions South Florida Diabetes Youth Camp (Miami, FL)
- Camp KoralKids (Coral Springs, FL)
Easy Carb Counting and Low Carb Snack Ideas
- Carb counting websites and publications
- Carbohydrate content of common foods and popular candies
- Snacks ideas with less than 5 grams of carbs
- Basic Diabetes Nutrition Tips
- Meal Planning and Tips
Living With Diabetes
- Traveling with Diabetes
- Tips for Kids: How to Lower Your Risk for Type 2 Diabetes