Back-to-School Resource Center

The crisp fall weather brings the excitement and adventure of a new school year. For some, they`re sending their child back to school. For others, it`s a first time living away from home. And for people with diabetes, it`s the challenge of making those scholastic transitions while maintaining your diabetes management. Before the next school bell rings, find out your options and rights for managing diabetes in various learning environments.

Getting Ready for School Tips to make sure your child is always prepared to manage his or her diabetes at school, including preventing and correcting low blood sugar.	Back-to-School Tips for Parents Essential back-to-school tips for parents with children with juvenile diabetes.
Individualized Education Programs To help keep your child safe at school and to secure your own peace of mind, be aware of the laws that exist to protect your child.	Shoe Shopping Tips For Children with Diabetes Get tips from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) on the importance of properly fitted, supportive shoes.
Teaching the Basics Preparing your child, your child’s school, and yourself for back-to-school.

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Tools of the Trade

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by Carey Potash

Readers ask me all the time [lie] about the diabetes supplies we use for Charlie. I can’t tell you how many times [0] I’ve been stopped on the street [more lies] by a loyal blog reader wanting to know what blood glucose meter we use or what brand of finger pricker we employ. To calm the masses [not], I’ve decided the time is right to share our secret sauce; to reveal the tools of our trade. Today we take a look at … The Finger Pricker ...

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