T1D

In a heartwarming display of resilience and empathy, an eight-year-old child with type 1 diabetes has taken it upon themselves to offer invaluable advice and support to other kids grappling with the same condition. Despite their tender age, this young diabetes champion is proving that wisdom knows no age limit.

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is essentially an autoimmune condition where the pancreas cannot produce insulin, or it makes very little insulin. This happens because the body’s immune system attacks the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. Insulin is critical for regulating blood sugar (glucose) levels, and without it, glucose cannot enter the cells for energy, leading to high blood sugar levels. Managing T1D involves insulin therapy, regular blood sugar monitoring, and diabetes management strategies.

Type 1 Diabetes Burnout refers to the feeling of overwhelm and not being able to look after yourself or your regular daily to-do's including managing blood sugars. This happens to many of us living with...

Rohan is a T1D from Australia who is a big believer in sharing as much resources as possible to help bring more education, access and awareness around diabetes for the wider community. To gain another individualised perspective...

  Here’s my tip for improving your t1d management… Learn from every experience! Literally every high or low is teaching you something.  My clients tend to get upset with themselves during the period working with...