Insulin & Medications

Type 2 Tidbit: Many kids with type 2 diabetes don't take insulin. But they may take pills to help their body to use the insulin it already has or to make more insulin. As you get older, insulin shots could be added to your diabetes treatment. If this happens, remember that shots are not a punishment. They are just one more way to keep your diabetes in control.

Types of Insulin
Manufactured insulin comes in several types. Find the type that is best for you.

Storing Insulin
Good insulin care begins with how the insulin is stored. Learn how to take care of your insulin.

Giving Shots
You and your parents can use this guide to make shots easier.

Syringe Safety
To protect others, it's important to dispose of your syringes carefully. Learn how you can safely dispose of your syringes.

Troubleshooting
Everyone runs into problems with their diabetes care once in a while. Here are some tips to help you.

Ways to Get Insulin
These days we have more choices. Find out what some of your choices are.