Diabetes Basics

Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and young adults, and was previously known as juvenile diabetes. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin.

Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. Only 5% of people with diabetes have this form of the disease. With the help of insulin therapy and other treatments, even young children with type 1 diabetes can learn to manage their condition and live long, healthy, happy lives. If you have or know a child who was recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, you may also be interested in our book, Guide to Raising a Child with Diabetes, 3rd Edition.

Living With Type 1 Diabetes

There are many components to proper management of type 1 diabetes.

Treatment & Care

Stay one step ahead of your diabetes with these treatment strategies.

Blood Glucose Control

Learn how to monitor your blood glucose (sugar) with the latest tools.

Medication

Get more information about types of medications and how they work.

Complications

Learn how to cope with health issues related to your diabetes.

For Parents & Kids

Help young diabetics manage their care and stay healthy.  

A1C

Get an overall picture of your average blood glucose for the past two to three months.

Diabetes 24/7

Use this free online tool to track and organize your diabetes management and treatment plan.

Genetics of Diabetes

Find out what leads to diabetes and the genetic links that may be factors.

Diabetes Statistics

There are 25.8 million people in the United States, or 8.3% of the population, who have diabetes.