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Set as homepageChildren in the Shadow of Diabetes
Suddenly the brother or the sister is found to have diabetes and gets all the attention. It is possible, however, for parents to act so that the siblings without diabetes don’t have to feel pushed to the background.
Living My Life with Diabetes
When diabetes is diagnosed in a small child, its parents begin to wonder what the future will bring for that child. Will s/he be able to live a normal life? Or will the disease be a shadow that will haunt all future dreams?
Funds and Initiatives that Help
In the section, ‘Dedication’, we present organizations that dedicate themselves to children and adolescents with diabetes. In this issue of Diabetes-Parents-Journal, we would like to introduce you to two initiatives.
Basal and Bolus Insulins
What must parents know if their child has diabetes? And what should the child at least have heard about? As of now you can find the answers here in the Diabetes-Parents-Journal under the section ‘Education’. Claudia Nestoris MD will be in charge.
From a basic principle to clinical reality
To many people it appears that stem cells represent the magic answer in the treatment of many illnesses, including diabetes. However, there are many factors and risks that must be taken into account. Adding to the confusion, popular commercialization has already reached this particular field of therapy.
Playing it Safe: Sport for Children with Diabetes
Sport relieves stress, builds self-confidence, encourages interaction with peers, and lets you compete against yourself. All this is also possible for children and adolescents with diabetes. The only thing that children with diabetes and their parents must know is the effect physical exertion has on blood sugar levels.
